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Assistant Manager

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Hospitality & Retail
    People, HR & Administration
  • Ajax

AI generated summary

  • You need 1-3 years of retail management experience, strong communication skills, flexibility, and a passion for retail. Must lift 30 lbs and utilize retail tech.
  • You will drive sales, manage team recruitment and development, ensure operational efficiency, execute standard procedures, represent the brand, and enhance customer experience across channels.

Requirements

  • A current or former retail employee with 1-3 years of retail management experience.
  • A high school graduate or equivalent.
  • A good communicator with the ability to effectively interact with customers and your team to meet goals.
  • Passionate about retail and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Driven by metrics to deliver results to meet business goals.
  • Determined to effectively lead and inspire others to learn and grow through coaching and mentoring.
  • Agreeable to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including holiday, evening, overnight and weekend shifts.
  • Able to utilize retail technology.
  • Able to maneuver around the sales floor, stockroom and office and lift up to 30 pounds.
  • Ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

  • Support strategies and processes to drive store sales and deliver results through a customer centric mindset.
  • Recruit, hire and develop highly productive Brand Associate and Expert teams.
  • Own assigned area of responsibility.
  • Implement action plans to maximize efficiencies and productivity.
  • Perform Service Leader duties.
  • Ensure consistent execution of standard operating procedures.
  • Represent the brand and understand the competition and retail landscape.
  • Promote community involvement.
  • Leverage omni-channel to deliver a frictionless customer experience.
  • Ensure all compliance standards are met.

FAQs

What is the role of an Assistant Manager at Banana Republic?

The Assistant Manager is responsible for setting the tone for the store and team, driving profitable sales growth, supporting the execution of store strategy, coaching team members, and delivering a best-in-class customer experience.

What type of experience is required for this position?

A current or former retail employee with 1-3 years of retail management experience is required for this position.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Assistant Manager?

The primary responsibilities include driving store sales, recruiting and developing teams, ensuring effective execution of standard operating procedures, and promoting community involvement.

Is a high school diploma required for this role?

Yes, a high school graduate or equivalent is required for this role.

What skills are important for success as an Assistant Manager?

Good communication skills, a customer-centric mindset, passion for retail, strong leadership ability, metric-driven results orientation, and adaptability to a fast-paced environment are important skills.

Are there flexible working hours for this position?

Yes, the Assistant Manager is expected to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, which can include holiday, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts.

What are the benefits offered to employees at Banana Republic?

Benefits include a merchandise discount, competitive paid time off, retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase plan, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, and virtual health care, among others.

Is training provided to new Assistant Managers?

Yes, training and development opportunities are offered to help cultivate effective leadership and team performance.

Does Banana Republic value diversity in its workplace?

Yes, Banana Republic is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment and is an equal-opportunity employer.

What is the company culture like at Banana Republic?

The company culture emphasizes curiosity, connection, and an undaunted spirit, aligning with the brand's adventurous ethos.

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Mission & Purpose

Explore our amazing opportunities at jobs.bananarepublic.com Banana Republic is a global apparel and accessories brand focused on delivering modern, versatile classics designed for a life with no boundaries. Curious, connected and out in the world, Banana Republic provides a wardrobe of favorites – clothing, eyewear, jewelry, shoes, handbags and fragrances – all made for a life in motion with the finest materials and fabric innovations. Founded in San Francisco, Banana Republic is located in about 700 company-operated and franchise retail locations worldwide. But selling clothes isn’t the only thing we do. We’re committed to bettering the lives of those in the communities where we live and work. That’s why we’ve established a community outreach program through which employees dedicate thousands of volunteer hours. We’re also dedicated to supporting our employees. We provide robust on-boarding plans and programs to promote career growth like stretch assignments, mentoring, coaching and global assignments. In addition, we offer competitive benefits, including medical, 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase plan and employee charitable contribution matching. Banana Republic is proudly recognized as part of Gap Inc., which also operates Gap, Old Navy, and Athleta. If you’re knowledgeable about fashion and passionate about our brand, we’d love to hear from you.