Assistant Manager I

Responsibilities Assist with store functions and day‑to‑day store activities. Help customers in a positive, approachable manner and address any questions or concerns they may have. Help organize and transfer merchandise from delivery truck to stockroom and sales floor as needed; keep seasonal areas maintained. Perform opening and closing procedures as required. Process all corporate directives, including Pull and Hold/Destroy, Task Compliance, Key Survey information requests, and other store‑activity communications. Maintain promotional effectiveness of store‑front fixtures and displays. Assist in ordering merchandise, processing damaged items, record keeping (payroll, scheduling, cash register deposits and receipts), and loss prevention. Maintain areas of the store, including a well‑stocked sales floor and organized stockroom, to company standards. Protect and secure all company assets, including store cash. Adhere to policies and procedures, including safety guidelines, and ensure all store associates follow these policies. Help the Store Manager supervise, train, and develop Store Associates. Ensure a positive, safe, and respectful environment while maintaining professional and friendly interactions with customers, associates, and leaders. Maintain cleanliness throughout the store: clean and restock bathrooms, sweep and mop floors, discard trash, and keep all areas neat and presentable. Other duties as assigned. Skills and Experience High school diploma or equivalent preferred; ability to read, interpret, and explain operational directives (e.g., merchandise schematics) required. Store management experience in retail, grocery, or drug store environments preferred. Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs. from floor to shoulder height and meet demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting. Strong communication, interpersonal, and written skills required. Ability to work in a high‑energy, team environment required. Exceptional customer service, organizational, and communication skills required. Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills required. Perks and Benefits Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance. Employee Assistance Program. Retirement plans. Educational Assistance. And much more! Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. It is not a complete list of job duties and may be amended from time to time at our discretion. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by their supervisor. Please note, this job description is not a contract of employment and may be modified to meet evolving business needs. Employment is at‑will, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice. Location: 255 Meadowlands Drive, Chardon, Ohio 44024‑8374 Employment type: Full‑time #J-18808-Ljbffr