Associate Manager

Summary The Associate Manager supports the General Manager in strategic planning and store operations to drive profitable results while maintaining brand standards. They act as a key decision maker in the GM's absence and focus on operational excellence, talent development, and delivering a consistent customer experience. Responsibilities Support the General Manager with business analysis, strategic planning, and execution of store initiatives. Train and educate the team on sales and profit performance tools to improve results. Drive the store vision by ensuring an exceptional and consistent customer experience. Assist with client development strategy and lead community outreach in the market. Execute talent strategy including recruitment, coaching, feedback, and ongoing development. Manage store processes, inventory control, and shrink prevention to maintain productivity standards. Promote use of new technologies and selling channels to drive business and alternative ways to shop. Requirements College degree or equivalent a plus; retail management or similar high-volume specialty experience preferred. Proven track record of success building relationships with customers and teams; strong business acumen. Excellent communication, planning, prioritization, and time-management skills. Ability to stand, walk, operate register, and lift up to 30 lbs; perform physical store duties. Flexible availability including days, evenings, weekends, and occasional overnight shifts or travel. #J-18808-Ljbffr