What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Store Manager position at Princeton University Retail?
Company Description Princeton University is a vibrant community of learning dedicated to its informal motto, “in the nation’s service and the service of humanity.” The university brings together students, faculty, and staff who are committed to academic excellence, innovation, and meaningful impact in the world. Princeton offers a collaborative environment that values integrity, inclusivity, and respect for diverse perspectives. Employees are supported with resources and opportunities to grow professionally while contributing to the university’s mission.
Role Description The Assistant Store Manager is a full-time, on-site role located in Princeton, NJ, supporting the daily operations of a campus retail environment. This role assists with supervising staff, coordinating work schedules, and ensuring consistent adherence to store policies and procedures. The Assistant Store Manager helps maintain high standards of customer service, oversees merchandising and inventory control, and monitors retail loss prevention practices. Day-to-day responsibilities include supporting sales initiatives, resolving customer issues, managing cash handling processes, and collaborating with the Store Manager on staff training, performance feedback, and operational improvements.
Qualifications
Role Description The Assistant Store Manager is a full-time, on-site role located in Princeton, NJ, supporting the daily operations of a campus retail environment. This role assists with supervising staff, coordinating work schedules, and ensuring consistent adherence to store policies and procedures. The Assistant Store Manager helps maintain high standards of customer service, oversees merchandising and inventory control, and monitors retail loss prevention practices. Day-to-day responsibilities include supporting sales initiatives, resolving customer issues, managing cash handling processes, and collaborating with the Store Manager on staff training, performance feedback, and operational improvements.
Qualifications
- Strong customer-focused skills, including Customer Satisfaction and Customer Service, with the ability to create a positive shopping experience.
- Effective interpersonal and Communication skills to interact with customers, staff, and campus partners in a professional manner.
- Experience with Store Management, including supervising staff, coordinating schedules, and overseeing daily retail operations.
- Knowledge of Retail Loss Prevention practices to help safeguard inventory, monitor compliance, and support store security procedures.
- Previous retail or campus store experience, preferably in a supervisory or lead role.
- Ability to work on-site full time, including some evenings, weekends, and peak periods as needed.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy in cash handling and reporting.
- Proficiency with point-of-sale systems and basic computer applications; willingness to learn new technologies and processes.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or training in business, retail management, or a related field is beneficial.