Assistant Store Leader

About the Role

This position serves as a critical partner to the Store Manager, sharing responsibility for the performance of all store operations and human resources. The role is designed to ensure the store runs smoothly by managing scheduling, security, maintenance, safety, sanitation, ordering, and administrative duties. You will act as a role model for the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety, ensuring these principles guide daily interactions and decision-making.

In this capacity, you will assist the Store Manager and associates in achieving a favorable customer shopping experience, fostering a culture where associates are deeply interested in customer service to enhance the company's reputation. You will lead teams in planning and executing merchandising and operating initiatives, while also helping to develop action plans based on Associate Insight survey results to drive continuous improvement.

Day-to-Day Impact

Your day will involve working closely with department heads and associates to identify opportunities, develop timely solutions, and ensure the implementation of plans. You will be responsible for managing total store operations in the Store Manager's absence, driving sales by collaborating with department managers to maximize profits and reduce shrink. Additionally, you will assist in regular financial performance discussions regarding budgets for sales, shrink, labor expenses, and other targeted goals.

Beyond operations, you will serve as a liaison between the store and district managers regarding the effectiveness of divisional plans. You will also play a key role in building proactive relationships with local community organizations and, if applicable, union representatives. Your leadership will extend to staffing, turnover reduction, and retention efforts, while ensuring all associates are compliant with federal, state, and local laws as well as enterprise policies.