ReStore Assistant Manager Habitat Bucks is looking for a responsible Assistant Manager to help organize and run our ReStores while supporting the Store Manager. The role of the Assistant Store Manager encompasses various administrative and operational responsibilities that influence the Restore. Acting under the supervision of the Store Manager, the Assistant Manager is expected to assume any necessary role or duty to support these operations. This includes fulfilling daily, weekly, and monthly tasks critical to sustaining and advancing all store operations. Moreover, the Assistant Manager will be assigned specific duties that are their sole responsibility, as detailed below.
Our ideal candidate will have retail manager skills with a sharp business mindset. You should also be skilled at organizing and solving problems. Interpersonal and mediation skills will also be very useful, since you'll often be acting as a liaison between managers, employees and customers.
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What would you do as a Retail Assistant Manager
As a Retail Assistant Manager at Habitat For Humanity, your day-to-day responsibilities will involve overseeing store operations, providing exceptional customer service, and leading a team of retail associates. You will be responsible for maintaining inventory levels, merchandising products, and ensuring a clean and organized store environment. Collaborating with the Store Manager, you will assist in creating sales strategies and promotions to drive revenue.
Additionally, you will train and coach staff members, handle customer inquiries and concerns, and contribute to the overall success of the retail store. Embrace our core values of customer-centricity, integrity, and safety as you navigate the exciting world of retail management in our Warminster location.
Would you be a great Retail Assistant Manager?
To excel as a Retail Assistant Manager at Habitat For Humanity of Bucks County, essential skills and qualifications include a commitment to Habitat's mission, the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds, and a minimum of two years' experience in retail, resale, business management or hospitality. Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with a sharp eye for detail, are crucial for success in this role. As a creative self-starter, you must demonstrate the capacity to work independently and collaboratively with team members and volunteers.
Providing guidance to staff and volunteers, both in-store and on-site, requires leadership skills and physical stamina, including the ability to lift heavy items using appropriate tools. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Outlook, is essential, while experience in retail merchandising and heavy-lifting skills.
Work Habits: - Communicates in an engaging and professional manner
- Safely perform all duties and ensure that store staff and volunteers adhere to all safety guidelines.
- Uphold all store and customer service policies, guidelines, and procedures.
- Ensure staff & volunteers uphold all store and customer service policies, guidelines and procedures.
- Values a team-oriented approach to decision-making and problem-solving
- Demonstrates organizational and follow-through skills
- Works effectively both individually and in a team environment
- Uses discretion when dealing with sensitive or confidential matters
Knowledge and skills required for the position are:
- Integrity
- Credibility
- Keen attention to detail.
- Ability to provide direction to other staff and volunteers.
- Physical ability to complete work on the job site or in the store/warehouse even during inclement weather.
- Able to safely move heavy donations using dollies and other provided tools.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook.
Position reports to: ReStore Manager
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, this position requires the physical ability to sit, walk, and stand for extended periods of time. The individual must have the use of all senses including sight, hearing, smell, and taste, as well as the ability to stand, stoop, bend, grasp, and hold in order to complete tasks in the warehouse, shop, showroom, and storage area. The primary work environment will be in the warehouse, box truck, storage area, and shop. Although the HfHBC offices are smoke-free and temperature-controlled, most of the work may take place in non-temperature-controlled conditions, often outdoors. This position requires individuals who can safely lift at least 50-80 lbs occasionally.- Must be able to pass a background check, physical, and drug screening