Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University. Grand Canyon University’s Lope Shops offer compelling college clothing and accessories. We have been committed to providing our customers with the best possible service—and to improving it every day. We believe college fashion is a business of optimism, and in that spirit, we continue to grow and evolve for our students. Grand Canyon University is seeking a full time Lopes Shop - Assistant Manager for our Lopes Shop. Lopes Shop Assistant Manager will assist the Operations Manager to create an environment which provides a superior sales and customer experience. Works closely with Operations Manager and Buyer to create visual displays and maintain inventory flow. What you will do: Assist with the day-to-day operational procedures, which may include maintaining the appearance of the registers, assisting customers, operating a cash register, processing returns, stocking the sales floor, and interacting with customers. Knowing all the procedures for the operations of the cash register (opening, closing, post voids, credit cards, returns, exchanges, running sales, gift cards, department charges, etc.) Helps with the day-to-day operations of branch sites including but not limited to all Lope Shops at athletics venues and the hotel shop. Also responsible for maintaining a clean appearance of the checkout counters at all branch shops. Responsible for managing stock room to ensure area is clean, orderly and maintains appropriate stock levels. Report inaccurate inventory problems and/or out of stocks to the Buyer. Partner with directors and other managers to develop a merchandising calendar. Assist with facilitating accounts receivable, which includes preparing daily deposits, reconciling credit card and charge accounts, and preparing month-end reports for submission to the accounting office. Helps move low merchandise to markdown status and coordinating that information with other departments. Coordinates with others of weekly counts in the store of basic merchandise. Reports inaccurate inventory problems to the warehouse manager. Notifies buying team of out-of-stock items. Acts as manager in charge when Operations Manager is absent. Assist in annual physical inventory. Putting together a window display when needed based on the plan set by Operations Manager and Buyer. Assisting in building and creating floor displays. All other duties as assigned. What you need: Bachelor’s degree in business, retail management, merchandising, marketing, or communications preferred. Minimum 3 years’ experience in retail. Collegiate retail preferred. Minimum 2 years’ experience as a lead role in a retail environment. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule which includes weekends, holidays, evenings and/or early mornings as needed. Must have a valid AZ Driver’s License. Must successfully pass a background check. An equivalent combination of education, training and relevant work experience from comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved maybe substituted upon supervisor’s approval. Why work at GCU? Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan. Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events. Free covered parking We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program Free on-site gyms at all our office locations GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans. At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good. Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check. 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