Assistant Store Manager

Job Summary: Assist store manager to provide overall direction of branch store within guidelines set up by the General Manager. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities of branch store as directed by store manager.

Essential Functions

• Assist store manager in directing, planning, or implementing policies, objectives, or activities of branch store to ensure continuing operations, to maximize returns on investments, or to increase productivity.
• Direct or coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with production, pricing, sales, or distribution of products.
• Analyze reports to control for inventory, personnel, and expenses; Prepare budget reports for approval.
• Appoint department heads or managers and assign or delegate responsibilities to them.
• Conduct investigations and corrective actions to resolve departmental and personnel problems within store; Coordinate with Human Resources on matters that involve legal.
• Refer major policy matters to Retail Operations Manager and General Manager for final decisions.
• Represent organizations or promote their objectives at official functions or delegate representatives to do so.
• Be available in the store to assist customers with concerns; fill in for employees as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competency Statements

• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
• Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Strategic Planning - Ability to develop a vision for the future and create a culture in which the long range goals can be achieved.
• Innovative - Ability to look beyond the standard solutions.
• Delegating Responsibility - Ability to allocate authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate people.
• Business Acumen - Ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues.
• Autonomy - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Coaching and Development - Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Proficient with Microsoft Windows.
• Ability to learn new software and programs as needed.
• Must be able to speak, read, write and comprehend English
• 1 year plus experience is preferred.
• Background in agriculture is preferred.

Physical Demands:

This job requires frequent standing, walking, and sitting. This position also includes occasional reaching outward and above the shoulder and lifting/carrying up to 100 lbs.

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Agricultural : 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000