Assistant Store Manager

Company OverviewJourneys is a teen retail leader with more than 800 stores in all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico and Canada, offering popular brands for teen lifestyle. The in‑store experience is energetic, friendly, and inclusive, encouraging self‑expression.Why Work for JourneysWe 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 individuality.You work in a fun environment with great people.Business is conducted with integrity and passion.Excellent benefits and employee discount.Compensation includes base pay, sales commission, and bonus potential.Job SummaryAssist Store Manager and Manager in Training in recruiting, hiring, training, and managing store personnel to achieve sales goals, control expenses, and protect company assets.Essential Job FunctionsMeet and exceed store and personal sales goals and performance standards.Assist in recruiting and hiring high‑caliber employees.Assist in training and developing a successful sales team.Provide feedback, coaching, and accountability by enforcing company policies and practices.Ensure that all company initiatives are implemented to standard.Recognize and develop talented staff for growth.Supervise and manage daily store operations in manager's absence.Supervise and manage loss prevention practices in manager's absence.Communicate store needs to the manager effectively.Resolve customer issues effectively.Provide a fun, full‑service experience to all customers.Complete bank deposits.Understand and demonstrate Journeys culture to the team.Job RequirementsPrior 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.Willingness to learn.Completion of all training programs leading to Co‑Manager position or equivalent training.Ability to work 45 hours per week.Ability to work night and weekend shifts.Ability to climb, reach, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds.Ability to stand for long periods of time.Must be at least 18 years of age.Age requirements for full‑time employment may vary by state.Pay and BenefitsPay rate, commission, and bonus structure vary per job title, county, city, state, or province. Benefits may include medical, vision, and dental insurance, a vacation package, and community service hours. For clarification, refer to the company benefits website.Pre‑Application DisclosuresEqual 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, 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.All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring, placement, promotion, termination, reduction in force, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Any applicant or employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should email accommodation@genesco.com or call (615) 367-7467.#J-18808-Ljbffr