Ideal Market Assistant Manager

About the role

The Assistant Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the store, supporting the Manager and associates in various aspects such as sales, food service, inventory, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Review, oversee, assign, and follow up on daily work lists/tasks of Associates
• Supervise the sale of all retail goods and services including money drop procedures
• Oversee all food service areas and preparation in accordance with food standards
• Review, update, and correct retail pricing on all retail items
• Ensure a pleasant shopping experience for all customers
• Aid in recruiting, hiring, training, managing, and supervising Associates in the Manager's absence
• Aid in planning and preparing work schedules and coordinating daily assignments and activities of associates
• Perform open and close processes as needed
• Oversee cash register operations, performing drawer closings, and managing lottery processes
• Receive, verify, and process merchandise and vendor shipments
• Order merchandise to maintain proper inventory levels of product
• Oversee and/or stock, and display merchandise and supplies

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Combined with sufficient on-the-job experience to know the processes and variables to accurately manage a convenience store/retail store
• Minimum of 3 years retail/store experience preferred
• Proficient in computer usage including POS systems and the Internet

Competencies

• Decision Making: Use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions and/or reaching conclusions; take action consistent with available facts, constraints, and anticipated consequences.
• Teambuilding: Promotes and facilitates cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and deliverables.
• Customer Service: Commitment to delivering high-quality products and service by adjusting priorities, anticipating and meeting the needs of the customer, and continuously striving to ensure their satisfaction.
• Communication: Actively listens and provides regular, consistent, and meaningful information and expresses the message effectively by organizing and delivering information appropriately.
• Business Acumen: The ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically using professional knowledge skills and judgment to accomplish results and serve customers effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive Start Wages
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off