Assistant in Training

The Buckle, Inc. · Syracuse, NY · 3 days ago

On-siteHuman Resources$19–$23/hrFull-time

About the role

The Assistant in Training (AIT) and Assistant Manager positions at Buckle are integral to fulfilling our mission of providing the best shopping experience for guests. These roles involve a wide array of responsibilities including sales, merchandising, and operational tasks.

Responsibilities

Greet guests with a friendly, engaging attitude and provide exceptional service
Answer questions about the store and its merchandise
Recommend, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on guest needs
Share product knowledge and sales education with team members
Manage and share knowledge of current sales and promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices
Ensure consistent sales performance and exceed sales-per-hour, average sales, and total net sales goals
Investigate and expand guest selection through inventory management, advanced product search, and iPad apps
Maintain and build strong guest relationships to foster a client-based business model
Coach and lead new team members to meet and achieve Buckle's accountability, shift orientation, loss prevention, and sales presentation standards
Execute actions from department calendars and track on the Weekly Delegation Worksheet
Show aptitude in recognizing merchandising opportunities and improving overall visual results
Work flexible schedules, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Follow all loss prevention guidelines and handle security risks appropriately
Execute and teach all point of sale procedures

Requirements

To succeed in these roles, candidates should possess a high school diploma or equivalent, along with a passion for fashion and customer service. Previous retail experience is preferred but not required. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Passion for fashion and customer service
Previous retail experience is preferred but not required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Skills

Product knowledge
Sales education
Customer service
Team leadership
Visual merchandising
Loss prevention
Point of sale procedures

Benefits

Buckle offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and mental health resources, as well as a 401(k) with company match and a team member discount on Buckle products and gift cards.

Pay

The pay range for the Assistant in Training and Assistant Manager positions at Buckle is $19-$23 per hour, with final offers based on various factors including skill set, experience, location, and qualifications.

Schedule

Positions are available on a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.