Industrial Assistant Store Manager

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

Responsible for assisting the store manager in the overall retail operations including recruitment team development profitably managing expenses and store inventory and merchandising.

Promote and support our high-quality Red Wing brand image through professional selling building loyalty and long-lasting relationships with our customers. This is achieved by promoting the Red Wing Shoe Companys Ultimate Fit Experience (UFX) selling our premium products and providing conscientious customer service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In the absence of the Store Manager act as the manager on duty to oversee entire retail operation
• Work with the Store Manager to analyze monthly financial statements (P&L) to ensure store profitability
• Uphold Red Wing Shoe Companys merchandising and brand standards to ensure store presentation requirements are met
• Work directly with the Store Manager to manage inventory levels and accuracy
• Lead by example by guiding each customer through RWSCs Ultimate Fit Experience
• Provide appropriate accessory recommendation educate customers on the benefits of each
• Generate Industrial Sales Leads
• Achieve and exceed daily productivity and sales goals
• Maintain the integrity of the sales floor presentation store signage and housekeeping standards
• Maintain proficiency with product knowledge technical and operating standards through continuous learning
• Maintain safe and healthy work environment by following organization standards and legal regulations
• Work with Store Manager to guide store staff through consistent implementation of retail initiatives policies/procedures and goal setting
• Foster an environment of continuous education and development while supporting company driven training initiatives and participation in learning activities
• Assist in development of store associates to achieve operational and sales objectives
• Create an environment of inclusivity positive employee morale as well as safe working conditions amongst peers
• Support the Store Manager in daily retail operations throughout the region
• Attend truck run appointments with Mobile Sales Associate on an as need basis (determined by Store Manager)
• Adhere to all mobile operations as defined in standard operating procedures
• Prepare load and unload stock to be placed on mobile unit and in warehouse for the days business
• Maintain healthy amount of footwear and accessories for each truck run including discontinued products
• Provide store coverage in local market as determined by Region Operations Manager

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (following duties are required on all positions):

• Obtain necessary information by maintaining knowledge of RWSCs electronic communication software
• Maintain quality service by establishing following and enforcing organization quality system standards
• Maintain industrial account operational requirements
• Uphold Red Wing Shoe Companys core values
• Willingness to perform additional duties as required
• Conduct self-accordance to RWSC policies

Qualifications :

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience
• 2 years managerial experience or relevant experience
• Results oriented
• Effective Written/Verbal Communication
• Knowledge and comfort with technology and Microsoft Office programs

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION AND COMPETENCIES

• Thorough knowledge of Red Wing Shoe Companys mission values and organization structure
• Profit and loss knowledge
• Naturally curious has passion for new ideas and looks to drive growth
• Problem solving
• Retail Footwear
• Specialty Retail
• Employee development

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Lifting 50 pounds bending/squatting to lace shoes overhead lifting twisting climbing a ladder standing for long periods of time

Housekeeping duties including but not limited to: vacuuming mopping & waxing floors washing windows use of disinfectant chemicals discarding of all trash maintaining recycling installing and maintaining furniture fixtures and displays.

 WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Retail Store/Warehouse and Mobile Shoe Truck

Additional Information :

Red Wing Shoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in completing an application may contact or call .

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP at  offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory results of a background check.

Red Wing Shoe Company Inc. is a drug-free workplace.

Red Wing Shoe Company will not be using recruitment agencies or firms to fill this position and we will not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate information. No agency calls please.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time