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Athleta

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Calgary

AI generated summary

  • You should have 1-3 years of retail management experience, a high school diploma, strong communication skills, passion for retail, and flexibility for scheduling, plus the ability to lift 30 lbs.
  • You will drive sales, recruit and develop teams, manage specific areas, implement action plans, perform service tasks, ensure operational standards, represent the brand, promote community, and meet compliance.

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 fastpaced 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 focus of Athleta as a company?

Athleta is committed to empowering all women and girls, promoting inspiration, collaboration, connection, and inclusivity. They also aim to use business as a force for good by emphasizing the importance of people and the planet alongside profit.

What are the primary responsibilities of an Assistant Manager at Athleta?

As an Assistant Manager, you are responsible for driving profitable sales growth through customer and product operations, merchandising, and talent development, while also teaching and coaching team members to deliver a best-in-class experience to customers.

What qualifications are required for the Assistant Manager position?

Candidates should have 1-3 years of retail management experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and good communication skills. Passion for retail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are also essential.

Are there any specific scheduling requirements for the Assistant Manager role?

Yes, candidates should be agreeable to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, which may include holidays, evenings, overnight, and weekend shifts.

What kind of benefits does Athleta offer to employees?

Athleta offers various benefits including merchandise discounts, competitive paid time off plans, healthcare options, retirement savings opportunities, and employee stock purchase plans, among others.

Is experience in retail necessary for the Assistant Manager position?

Yes, a current or former retail employee with 1-3 years of retail management experience is preferred for this role.

What is the company’s stance on diversity and inclusion?

Athleta is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging, emphasizing equality in recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion practices, and has received awards for its commitment to diversity.

Will the Assistant Manager need to perform physical tasks?

Yes, candidates should be able to maneuver around the sales floor, stockroom, and office, and lift up to 30 pounds as part of their responsibilities.

Can the Assistant Manager role involve travel?

Yes, the position may require travel as necessary, depending on business needs.

Is there a community involvement aspect to the role?

Yes, promoting community involvement is one of the responsibilities for the Assistant Manager at Athleta.

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Athleta

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

We believe that being fit and active makes life richer and bigger than it could possibly be otherwise. And we’re always looking for people who share our passion for leading an active lifestyle, growing personally as well as professionally, and creating game-changing products and experiences. Collaboration is a real thing here. Because we know that individually we’re strong; but together we’re unstoppable. Athleta is a certified B Corp, which means we put people and planet right up there with profit, and we’re committed to using business as a force for good. If all this has you nodding “yes,” we’d love to hear from you.