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Associate Store Manager

Designer Brands Inc.
Baton Rouge, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/9/2026

Overview

Join our dynamic retail team as an Associate Store Manager and become a vital leader in delivering exceptional customer experiences while driving store success. In this energetic role, you will oversee daily operations, manage sales teams, and ensure the store runs smoothly and efficiently. Your leadership will inspire staff, optimize inventory management, and uphold the highest standards of customer service. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your management skills in a fast-paced retail environment committed to growth and excellence.

Duties

  • Lead and supervise retail sales teams to achieve sales targets and deliver outstanding customer service.
  • Oversee daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and POS (Point of Sale) systems management.
  • Manage inventory control through stock replenishment, purchasing, merchandising, and stock organization to maximize sales opportunities.
  • Recruit, interview, train, and develop team members to foster a motivated and skilled workforce.
  • Implement effective pricing strategies, promotional campaigns, and marketing initiatives to boost store performance.
  • Handle employee orientation, scheduling, payroll processing, and supervising shift coverage to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Maintain accurate bookkeeping records, manage budgets, and perform retail math calculations for sales analysis and reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, health & safety standards, and store procedures while promoting a positive shopping environment.

Qualifications

  • Proven management experience within the retail industry, including supervising teams and managing store operations.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate staff and foster a collaborative team atmosphere.
  • Excellent communication skills; bilingual or multilingual abilities are a plus for serving diverse customer bases.
  • Demonstrated experience with inventory management systems, POS technology, cash handling, and retail math.
  • Knowledge of merchandising techniques, pricing strategies, and promotional planning.
  • Experience in recruiting, training & development, employee orientation, and performance management.
  • Ability to handle administrative tasks such as bookkeeping, payroll processing, budgeting, and record keeping accurately.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Previous experience in grocery or specialty retail stores is advantageous but not required; retail sales team management experience is essential.

Join us as an Associate Store Manager where your leadership drives success! We’re dedicated to empowering our team members with comprehensive training opportunities in sales management, operational excellence, marketing strategies, and customer service—setting you up for long-term growth within our vibrant retail community.

Pay: $42,500.00 - $49,500.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Maternity & Paternity Leave, Health Insurance

Salary : $42,500 - $49,500

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