Assistant Store Manager

Company Overview

Little Burgundy was founded in 2008 in the namesake neighborhood in Montreal, Quebec. Little Burgundy is a branded footwear destination with its own unique style for discerning taste. The notion of being local and staying connected to our roots is key to our brand's DNA. With more than 30 stores across Canada, Little Burgundy offers the best brands on the market such as Converse, New Balance, Birkenstock, Vans, Reebok and many more.

Little Burgundy is always looking for great people to join our team!

Why Work for Little Burgundy?

• We celebrate and reward success!
• Rapid promotion opportunities for top performers - we promote from within
• We are a family with an Attitude That Cares
• We encourage you to embrace your individuality
• You get to work in a fun environment with the coolest people around
• We conduct business with integrity and passion
• Excellent benefits and employee discount

Job Summary

To assist Store Manager and Manager In Training with recruiting, hiring, training, and managing store personnel to achieve store and personal sales goals, control expenses, and to protect company assets.

Essential Job Functions

• Meet and exceed store and personal sales goals and standards of performance
• Assist in recruiting and hiring of high caliber employees with in-store needs
• Assist in training and developing a successful sales team
• Provide feedback, coaching, and accountability to all employees by enforcing all company policies and practices
• Ensure that all company initiatives are properly implemented and to the standard of the company direction
• Communicate stock replenishment needs to District Sales Manager, Distribution, and Buying and Merchandising departments
• Recognize talented staff and develop them for growth within the company
• Supervise and manage all aspects of daily store operations in Store Manager and Manager In Training's absence
• Supervise and manage all aspects of Loss Prevention practices in Store Manager and Manager In Training's absence
• Effectively communicate all store needs to Store Manager and Manager In Training
• Resolve customer issues effectively
• Provide a fun, full service experience to all customers
• Complete bank deposits

Job Requirements

• Prior retail management experience preferred
• 6-12 months retail sales experience
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Desire to succeed in a fast-paced retail environment
• Bilingualism as required (Quebec only)
• Willingness to learn
• Completion of all training programs leading up to Co-Manager position or equivalent training
• Ability to work 40 hours per week
• Ability to work night and weekend shifts
• Ability to climb, reach, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Stand for long periods of time
• Must be at least 18 years of age*

• Age requirements for part-time employment may vary based on territory or province

Pay and Benefits

• The pay rate, commission, and bonus structure varies per job title, county, city, state or province. Benefits offered may include medical, vision, and dental insurance, a vacation package, and community service hours but may also vary by state, province, or territory.

Pre-Application Disclosures

Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, physical or mental disability of otherwise qualified individuals, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital or registered domestic/civil union partner status, gender identity and/or expression, or any other factor that the law protects from employment discrimination.

General knowledge of English is required to be able to effectively communicate with all customers, including English-speaking tourists, and to home office personnel in Nashville.