Assistant Store Manager (JEWELRY EXPERIENCE REQUIRED; BRIDAL EXPERIENCE A PLUS)

Reports To: Store Manager

Position Summary:

This position will assist in the overall management and direction of operations of the

store with a focus on the Bridal Department, including daily sales operations, providing

strong leadership, maintaining excellent customer relationships and developing sales

associate talent. Collaborates with Store Manager on executing at a strategic level to

drive sales, gross profit and development of sales leaders.

Essential Functions and Duties:

 Provide leadership, training and team building in driving sales, excellent service,

and profitability. Lead clientele relationship program

 Insure that all sales aspects of the store are conducted efficiently and in

accordance with the company’s high quality standards

 Assist in managing and monitoring the organization’s sales plan to help ensure

ROI and that profitability objectives are met

 Assist in coordinating activities of sales associates to insure attainment of

company goals and objectives

 Facilitate staff development via recruitment and selection of service oriented

associates, providing performance feedback and fostering a positive and

productive work environment

 Proactively generate ideas to develop business opportunities and maximize sales

to achieve or exceed all financial goals (Sales, Earnings, Shortage, etc.).

 Establish and maintain customer service focus standards

 Be a leader and advisor in guiding sales team in product knowledge and clientele

relationships with guests

 Increase Bridal Department sales volume and gross profit margin

 Assist in planning and coordinating special events and promotions.

 Training on all areas of the bridal department including trade ups, warranties and

repairs

 Analyze current Bridal trends and competition strategy

 Coordinate display and organization of Bridal department

 Conduct and supervise inventory checks and balances

 Work with Marketing and Web departments to drive traffic to the store

 Work hand in hand with all areas of Merchandising

 All other store initiatives as required

Miscellaneous:

Qualifications:

 Experienced in Jewelry Store Management

 3 – 5 yrs. of high-end jewelry sales

 3 – 5 yrs. of managerial level knowledge and experience

 Strong operational experience in Jewelry Store environment

 Strong ability to define problems/opportunities, and draw valid conclusions

 Excellent attention to detail and merchandising

 Excellent customer service abilities

 Proven networking ability

 Ability to develop, motivate and train a dynamic sales force

 Proven measurable success in creating a team environment

Working Relationships:

 Manager

 Customers

 Suppliers

 All Employees

 Outside organizations and groups

Traits and Characteristics:

 Uncompromising integrity

 Operate with a professional and respectful demeanor

 Maintain a positive attitude

 Communicate effectively

 Treat others with dignity and respect

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• fine jewelry retail: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Cincinnati, OH 45242 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cincinnati, OH 45242: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person