Assistant Manager - 2nd

Rack Room Shoes is a well-established family footwear retailer known for offering a diverse range of shoes for men, women, and children across various categories including comfort, dress, casual, and athletic. With a reputation for quality, the company provides a vast selection of nationally recognized brands complemented by exclusive private brands crafted by top manufacturers. These private labels deliver stylish designs and outstanding value, fostering customer satisfaction, loyalty, and repeat business. Rack Room Shoes operates with a commitment to equal employment opportunities, embracing diversity and inclusion throughout all facets of its operations, from hiring to employee development and career advancement. They pride themselves on creating a supportive work environment that respects and values the contributions of every team member. The store is located at 125 Great Mall Drive in Milpitas, California, serving the local community through an emphasis on customer service and quality products.

The Assistant Manager position at Rack Room Shoes plays a crucial role in supporting the Store Manager in all aspects of daily store operations, ensuring that policies and procedures are followed to maintain corporate standards. This part-time role offers a competitive pay range of $20 to $26 per hour, making it an attractive opportunity for individuals seeking to grow their leadership skills in a retail environment. The Assistant Manager provides leadership, guidance, and training to the store staff, ensuring a high level of customer service and operational excellence. In the Store Manager's absence, the Assistant Manager assumes full responsibility for store management including supervising sales associates, managing inventory, handling customer concerns with urgency and professionalism, and driving sales targets.

Key responsibilities include maintaining store safety for employees and customers, enhancing the customer shopping experience, and upholding visual merchandising standards. The role requires managing POS transactions accurately, overseeing inventory control including shipping, receiving, and pricing adjustments, and maintaining payroll controls through scheduling and attendance tracking. The Assistant Manager also plays an active role in training and developing store associates, reinforcing company operational standards and loss prevention policies to protect company assets. They work closely with various stakeholders including customers, sales associates, district and regional managers, and training personnel to ensure the smooth operation of the store. This position demands strong managerial skills, effective communication, and the ability to motivate a team while ensuring compliance and operational success. Rack Room Shoes' commitment to equal employment offers a supportive and inclusive environment, encouraging candidates from all backgrounds to apply and contribute to the company's ongoing success.