Full-Time Assistant Store Manager - Allen Edmonds

Some things remain timeless. That's how we feel about our traditional 212-step manufacturing process that has been our basis for handcrafting premium men’s footwear & accessories in the U.S. since 1922. We feel a sense of pride that comes with making our shoes in the same way for over 100 years.

About the role

At Allen Edmonds, our Assistant Managers provide support for all store activities, in partnership with the Store Manager. In this role, you will support the Sales Associate team, execute product placement, uphold in-store visual merchandising standards, and create an environment representative of our premium brand experience. We offer competitive base rates with flexible schedules. Additionally, there is the opportunity to expand your earnings with uncapped commission-based earnings in each pay period.

Responsibilities

• Be a Champion for Team Sales Goals. Assist in coaching Sales Associates to ensure their sustained success in their sales performance and overcoming obstacles. Partner with the Store Manager to develop action plans for the team to build on success.
• Help Develop Team’s Selling & Service Mindset. Lead Sales Associate training and skill reinforcement in customer service standards, product knowledge, and sales techniques.
• Uphold Visual Merchandising Standards. Regularly walk the sales floor with team members, using the Allen Edmonds visual merchandising guidelines to ensure standards are being met and maintained.
• Lead Store Outreach Efforts & Events. Spearhead local quarterly events including in-store experiences, customer outreach & engagement campaigns, and event cultivation to increase store traffic and sales.
• Find Sales Opportunities. Regularly review sales results and store KPIs with the Store Manager to find areas of opportunity within forecasting for business impact and improvements.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed to ensure the needs of the business are met.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Some retail store management experience or relevant management experience in lieu
• Able to build constructive and effective relationships within the store
• Demonstrates an ability to set objectives and goals and organize work appropriately to meet and exceed goals
• Demonstrates an ability to lead, manage, motivate, and communicate positively with store associates at all levels
• Ability to train, coach, and develop Associates
• Must exercise independent judgment and discretion, partnering with Store Sales Manager as needed
• Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis, decision making, financial and quantitative analysis
• Strong working knowledge of general retail practices and procedures
• Ability to influence at all levels, as well as a demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team and be assertive in driving successful management strategies
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including holidays, nights, weekends, and extended hours
• Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite

Skills

• Ability to regularly lift up to 40 lbs. from floor level to above shoulder height utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques
• Ability to meet demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting
• Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time

Benefits

• Commissioned Sales Earnings: Opportunity to expand your earnings with uncapped commissions. Final compensation can vary based on guaranteed hourly earnings and opportunity for commission-based earnings in each pay period.
• Monthly Incentive Opportunities: Eligible to earn a monthly incentive bonus if store meets required sales & performance goals.
• Our Shoe Discounts: 30% Associate Discount across Caleres’s retail stores – Famous Footwear, Naturalizer, Sam Edelman, and Allen Edmonds, plus additional seasonal discounts on AE products.
• Daily Access to Pay: Get paid as you earn (without the fees) with Dayforce Wallet.
• Employee Assistance Programs: 24/7 access to a comprehensive suite of individual support options, including emotional support, work-life solutions, legal guidance, financial resources, and more, via both online and phone.
• Career Development and Learning Opportunities: Education assistance of up to $7500 per year for full-time associates and opportunities for employees that want to develop their careers at our corporate offices.
• Benefit Offerings: PTO, Health, and 401(k). To learn more details about our total rewards, visit www.yourcaleres.com.