Assistant Manager: Retail Operations, The North Face

Job Summary

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our retail employees are no exception to this experience of a lifetime. Responsible for providing high end customer service and store support, our Retail Management staff are knowledgeable representatives of our brand and culture inside our retail stores ready to assist with any of our customers' questions and provide premium product.

Job Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• RSP Options (after 12 months or 2000 cumulative hours of service)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program

Job Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations, monitoring performance and budget including scheduling and payroll; act as manager-onduty in the absence of a Store Manager
• Maintain daily store records for performance, sales metrics, inventory control and equipment rentals (if applicable)
• Hire and train employees in POS system operation, product knowledge, guest service, sales techniques and loss prevention policies and procedures
• Monitor team performance and behavior to provide meaningful feedback and direction, providing recognition or correction action if necessary
• Maintain up to date product knowledge and provide excellent customer service through timely response to customer questions, suggestions, complaints, and recognition
• Participate with leadership forums providing feedback and input on store performance, training, and continuous improvement opportunities
• Other duties as assigned, including specialty areas like merchandising and rentals

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent; Business area training or education preferred
• 1-3 years of retail management experience; ski industry preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment, multitask and manage multiple customers
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English