Vans: Assistant Store Manager - Troutdale

Assistant Store Manager As the Assistant Store Manager, you provide leadership and direction to the store team while successfully executing the company's vision and values under the direction of the Store Manager. You assist in maximizing store profitability by achieving store sales goals. You ensure that store standards and processes for merchandising, operations, staffing and community engagement are well executed . As needed, you will assume responsibility for the store in the Store Manager's absence. You create an inclusive environment, always putting our internal and external customers first. If you are looking for a company dedicated to your personal development, continuing your growth into a leader of tomorrow, then Vans is for you. Join the Vans Family Vans ® is the original action sports footwear company, rooted in authenticity and creativity. Founded in 1966, we have thrived on a legacy of impacting our greater community through four pillars: action sports, music, art and street culture. We are constantly inspired by the creative voyagers within our company and community . For them, creativity is about the journey, not just the output . Our mission is to empower everyone to use creativity to discover themselves. Our vision is to create a world where anyone can be their unique self. At Vans, our culture sets us apart and influences everything we do. We are driven by our five values: We have HEART - also referred to as the "Van Doren Spirit ". We are relentlessly CURIOUS about our consumers and the world around us. We are U NAPOLOGETICALLY AUTHENTIC and wholeheartedly believe the most "Off the Wall" thing you can do is be yourself . We are driven by a spirit of INGENUITY . And we are passionate about local COMMUNITIES . And most of all, we are a family that has fun together. At Vans we empower creative exploration and inspire youth culture through a commitment to inclusivity. We welcome anyone and everyone into our global family and proudly celebrate and environment where individuality is embraced, equal opportunities thrive, and everyone is empowered to reach their greatest potential. By joining our family, you will be immersed in an environment of incredibly supportive and collaborative people. We work hard across a multitude of initiatives to bring the Van Doren Spirit to life. We live for what we do. How You Will Make a Difference What you will do: Maximize store sales, achieve store sales goals and monitor sales progress & results against key targets. Inspire and model a consumer centric mindset by exemplifying selling behaviors through genuine interactions with customers for the teams to emulate. Support the Store Manager with networking, attracting, recruiting, and interviewing high caliber talent. Provide direct coaching, feedback, training and supervision of the associates, ensuring that all company policies and procedures are followed and in compliance. Demonstrate clear communication, training, and coaching to assist in setting expectations on customer engagement, store policies and procedures as well as fostering a strong team . Assist in managing expenses to maximize sales and profitability. Cultivate an environment of productivity by ensuring the store team has the knowledge and skills to meet store goals for sales and customer engagement. Skills for Success What you bring: 3+ years of related professional/retail management experience Ability to meet business goals by driving results through store teams Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business; will require weekends, evenings, and holidays Ability to coach and motivate a team to excel at sales and profit results Proven communication skills, both written and verbal Solution oriented Ability to be flexible in a fast paced-environment A formal education and subsequent undergraduate/graduate degrees are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements What's in it For You We're in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That's why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we're the total package. Free To Be, Inclusion & Diversity As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Our Parent Company, VF Corporation VF is one of the world's largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish through our family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands. At the heart of #J-18808-Ljbffr