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5250 - Assistant Store Manager PT

Lids · Bellingham, WA · 1 mo ago
Business DevelopmentPart-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: About the role? Actually the posting includes "Brief Description Assistant Store Manager About Our Company". We need to use

for section headings for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We must not repeat job title as heading. We must include sections only when posting has real specific content. We need to extract content. Let's parse the posting: - Brief Description: "Assistant Store Manager About Our Company At Lids Sports Group, we don’t just sell hats — we fuel fandom..." This is about company description. Could be "About the role"? Actually "Brief Description Assistant Store Manager About Our Company". Might be considered "About the role" or "About the company". The instruction: Use

for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we can have "About the role" heading and include the description of the role and company. - General Position Summary: description of Assistant Store Managers responsibilities. Could go under "Responsibilities" or maybe "About the role". But we have separate sections: Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We need to map content: Responsibilities: The posting includes "Principal Duties & Responsibilities" with subcategories People & Training, Customer Experience, Operations, Product & Inventory Management. So we can put those under

Responsibilities

with
  • items. Requirements: The posting includes "Job Required Knowledge & Skills": Established ability to produce sales results while minimizing loss. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate verbally in a clear professional manner. Ability to work unsupervised. That's more like skills/requirements. Could be "Requirements" or "Skills". We'll decide. Qualifications: Not explicitly listed; maybe "Employment Requirements" includes legal authorization to work in US, etc. That could be qualifications. Also "Physical Demands & Requirements" could be qualifications? But we have separate "Physical Demands & Requirements" which could be part of "Requirements" or "Qualifications". The instruction says we should not create sections with filler. We need to include only if there is real specific content. Benefits: "What We Offer" includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage; retirement plan; 100% employer-paid benefits; Paid Time Off; generous employee discount; ongoing career development; collaborative environment; Early Wage Access; uncapped monthly bonus potential. That's benefits. Pay: Not mentioned explicitly. No pay/salary info. So we should NOT include Pay section. Schedule: Not mentioned explicitly. No schedule info. So we should NOT include Schedule section. We also have "Reports To Store Manager" and "Additional Information" etc. Those could be minor metadata; we can fold into a short

    or drop. Probably we can include a short paragraph under maybe "About the role" or just a

    after sections. We must remove boilerplate: EEO, legal, scam-warning, etc. So we need to strip those. We need to preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. Thus we need to output HTML fragment with sections:

    About the role

    maybe containing the brief description and general position summary. Then

    Responsibilities

    with
    • items covering People & Training, Customer Experience, Operations, Product & Inventory Management. Then

      Requirements

      maybe containing "Job Required Knowledge & Skills" plus maybe "Physical Demands & Requirements"? Actually physical demands could be separate but we could include under Requirements as well. But we might also have a separate "Qualifications" section for employment requirements (legal authorization, etc). Let's see. The posting includes "Employment Requirements" after Physical Demands & Requirements: "Candidates must possess the experience, skills, physical abilities, and qualifications, with or without reasonable accommodation, to perform the essential duties of the role and must be able to meet all applicable employment standards. Being legally authorized to work in the United States is a pre-condition of employment for this position. Current or future employment-based visa sponsorship is not available for this role." That seems like qualifications/requirements. Could be placed under "Requirements" or "Qualifications". Since we have both headings possible, we need to decide which to use. The instruction says prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones. So we could combine Requirements and Qualifications into one section maybe "Requirements". But we have separate headings list; we can use either. Let's use "Requirements" to cover knowledge/skills, physical demands, employment requirements. Then "Skills" maybe not needed separately if we covered under Requirements. But we could have a "Skills" section for the interpersonal skills etc. However that would be thin. Better to combine. Thus sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Benefits. We must not include Pay or Schedule. Now we need to format content. About the role: combine brief description and general position summary. Brief Description: "Assistant Store Manager About Our Company At Lids Sports Group, we don’t just sell hats — we fuel fandom. As the largest licensed sports retailer in North America, we bring sports, fashion, and culture together in more than 1,300 stores nationwide. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Lids delivers premium, fan-driven products and unforgettable retail experiences. Our stores feature officially licensed headwear and apparel from collegiate and professional teams, alongside top brands like Champion, Nike, New Era, Lululemon Athletica, and Mitchell & Ness. We’re also the industry leader in on-demand customization, offering in-store embroidery that turns everyday gear into one-of-a-kind statements. From specialty concept stores for the NBA and NHL, to iconic clubhouse destinations for the Yankees and Dodgers, we create immersive retail experiences that celebrate the teams fans love. Through collaborations with brands like Marvel, Peanuts, and The Walt Disney Company, Lids continues to redefine how fans represent their teams — in style." General Position Summary: "At Lids, our Assistant Store Managers are the heart and soul of the Lids brand. These cap experts strive to foster the passion for sporting and fashion goods by meeting the needs of our customers while ensuring that all areas of the store are engaged. Assistant Store Managers are accountable for every aspect of the retail store performance, including achieving key results, creating a fun and inclusive environment for their team, and delivering exceptional customer service by offering their expertise on Lids’ products and services." We'll combine into a few paragraphs. Now Responsibilities: We need to list each duty as
    • . The posting has headings: People & Training, Customer Experience, Operations, Product & Inventory Management. Under each there are bullet-like sentences. We'll extract each sentence as a list item. People & Training: - Act as Manager on duty for any employee scheduling issues, customer complaints, etc. when Store Manager is not present. - Manage store associates through thorough use of LIDS Training Programs, goal setting (for sales and tasks), and regular follow-up when Store Manager is not present. - Administer the progressive steps of discipline to include verbal and written warnings in the absence of the Store Manager. - Engage team members by creating a fun and productive environment, including helping them understand how their work supports company objectives and the success of the store and Lids overall. - Contribute to a respectful and inclusive team environment by establishing supportive working relationships and adhering to Lids Brand Standards (e.g., company dress code, etc.) - Responsible for scheduling and staffing the store, including calling in associates to work in unexpected peaks when the Store Manager is not present. - Participate in LIDS Training Programs, adhere to set goals (for sales and tasks), and regular follow-up. - Assist in recruiting and training store personnel on proper store operations and procedures. - Encourage store associates’ direct compliance with established company policies, procedures, and guidelines, including (but not limited to) safekeeping of company inventory, funds, and property. - Other duties as assigned. Customer Experience: - Lead, execute, and assist Lids selling strategy to achieve key performance indicators (KPIs), sales targets, and deliver exceptional customer service. - Resolve customer feedback and address issues in the moment, including customer escalations, urgent requests, and resolve to “make it right” for customers. - Ensure every customer is offered the opportunity to participate in Lids membership programs or special in-store offers when live in-store through employee education. - Adhere to current visual guidelines that include proper merchandising, signage, and store cleanliness. - Maintain a professional appearance consistent with Company Dress Code Policy. Operations: - Execute operations-focused company-level directives, promotions, and initiatives (e.g., from Lids HQ). - Understand and adhere to the Policies & Procedures Manual to maintain a safe work environment. - Maintain store technology and equipment – MPOS, Lids Custom, etc. – by conducting daily audits, verifying continued functionality, facilitating updates and maintenance as instructed, or ordering repair as needed. - Maintain store facilities, supplies, and services by executing service requests, assessing maintenance or repair needs, placing repair work orders, or replenishing store supplies. - Effectively manage cash, including accurately opening and closing the till, using counterfeit protection practices, and making consistent bank drops. - Effectively prepare store for inventory audits and support in performing them as needed to confirm inventory accuracy. - Open and close the store as required following the procedures per the Operations P&P Manual. Product & Inventory Management: - Protect Company assets within guidelines of LIDS Retail policies. - Assist in preparation of store work schedules that provide proper store coverage and are within the Company guidelines for wage control. - Follow all policies to accurately manage store inventory, including receiving, transferring, completing price changes, and conducting product counts. - Strategically organize the backroom to maximize efficiency, including arranging product/ supplies to optimize space and productivity. - Execute optimal layout and visual merchandising (VM) or product presentation strategy, including managing window activations, hardware flips, mannequin flips, and seasonal or weekly merchandise changes. - Maintain the look and feel of the store through day-to-day VM and store actions (e.g., ensuring product recovery, restock, destock, or minor VM changes) - Execute special pricing signage and promotional presentation adjustments during operating hours to align with overall product sell-through strategy. Now Requirements: combine Job Required Knowledge & Skills, Physical Demands & Requirements, Employment Requirements. Job Required Knowledge & Skills: - Established ability to produce sales results while minimizing loss. - Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate verbally in a clear professional manner. - Ability to work unsupervised. Physical Demands & Requirements: - Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. - Ability to occasionally climb a ladder and work with hands overhead. - Ability to constantly stand on shift. - Ability to frequently walk on shift. - Ability to frequently hear and communicate verbally with customers, employees, and other personnel. - Ability to frequently visually observe the store and read written or digital information. - Ability to frequently operate a computer and mobile Point-of-Sale system, as well as maneuver relative software programs. - Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. - For inquiries related to reasonable accommodations, please contact HR@Lids.com. Employment Requirements: - Candidates must possess the experience, skills, physical abilities, and qualifications, with or without reasonable accommodation, to perform the essential duties of the role and must be able to meet all applicable employment standards. - Being legally authorized to work in the United States is a pre-condition of employment for this position. - Current or future employment-based visa sponsorship is not available for this role. We could also include "Reports To Store Manager" maybe as a short note but it's minor metadata; we can fold into a short

      after sections or drop. Probably we can include a brief paragraph: "Reports to: Store Manager." But instruction says do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short

      or drop it. So we can include a

      after sections: "Reports to Store Manager." That's fine. Now Benefits

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