This Assistant Store Manager role involves overseeing all aspects of store operations as assigned by the Store Manager, ensuring compliance with company policies regarding customers, associates, and merchandising. The position requires learning all phases of store operations and, in the absence of the Store Manager, leading the entire store to consistently meet company standards and best practices.
Responsibilities
Lead all company best practices and maximize productivity by minimizing steps and touches while working
Assist in the analysis of store reports to evaluate controllable expenses and overall store performance
Communicate any variances to company standards to the Store Manager
Ensure proper scheduling of associates to meet business objectives
Ensure compliance with all State, Local, and Federal regulations
Ensure scheduling and completion of all associate cleaning tasks throughout the store, including restrooms
Accept special assignments as directed by leadership
Administer payroll, including daily punch edits, associate scheduling compliance, Sunday payroll transmission, and payroll reporting as needed
Assist in recruiting, hiring, training, and developing non-exempt associates
Ensure compliance with Ross personnel policies and procedures
Assist with associate relations issues by communicating any incidents to the Store Manager or District Manager as needed
Assist in the management and continuous monitoring of actual expenditures to be within budget
Control payroll hours to plan, as the primary controllable expense, as well as adjusting to current business trends
Understand that safety is the number one priority and practice safe behaviors in everything you do
Ensure all associates understand and can execute emergency operating procedures
Maintain adherence to company safety policies and ensure the safety of associates and customers
Assist in the facilitation of monthly safety meetings
Treat all customers, associates, and other leaders with respect
Demonstrate courtesy, friendliness, and professionalism at all times
Recognize associates using company recognition programs
Execute customer service programs and merchandise presentation programs through associate training and program supervision
Supervise and coach retail associates in providing efficient and friendly service at the registers, customer service desk, fitting rooms, sales floor, etc.
Represent and support the company brand at all times
Maintain and model a professional appearance, in accordance with the company dress code
Reinforce the company dress code at all times
Millions of jobs, with real people getting hired every day
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New jobs added daily
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Manage store to ensure a clean, neat, easy-to-shop environment
Maintain a high standard of housekeeping with help of contracted maintenance personnel and Ross associates
Ensure recovery, sizing, and markdowns are completed to company standards through teaching, assigning tasks, and following up per company best practice
Ensure merchandise is presented and organized according to company merchandising guidelines
Urgently manage merchandise processing to the sales floor within the expected company timeframe
Assist with training associates on Loss Prevention awareness and store shortage goals
Demonstrate integrity and honesty in all interactions with associates and customers
Safeguard confidential information, cash and credit card information, and merchandise
Understand and comply with the Loss Prevention Awareness Program and be responsible for store Loss Prevention, which includes maintaining a large customer service presence on the sales floor, customer and associate engagement, and heightened Loss Prevention awareness
Assist in leading the annual inventory process, including preparation and execution of inventory guidelines
Monitor mark-out-of-stock policy to ensure proper administration
Ensure Public View Monitor (PVM) system is maintained properly
Requirements
Two or more years of Store or Assistant Store Manager experience in a retail environment
Ability to supervise, motivate, and communicate positively to store associates at all levels
Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize those tasks, give direction, and follow through to completion
Ability to set priorities and exercise independent judgment
Maintain high quality of customer service
Fluency in English
Ability to work evenings and weekends
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations commonly used in retail environments
Benefits
Career growth opportunities
Commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, and community
Continuous learning opportunities and development
Important Details
Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct supervision of all non-exempt associates
About the Company
Ross is a leading off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, focused on bringing customers high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. The company's corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, with 3 buying offices in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 8 distribution centers nationwide. With 2025 revenues of $22.8 billion, Ross is a Fortune 500 company committed to providing an inclusive work environment.
