What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant General Manager position at Residence Inn Marriott Harrisonburg?
Overview
Join our dynamic team as an Assistant General Manager and play a pivotal role in driving store success through effective leadership, strategic management, and exceptional customer service. This energetic position offers the opportunity to oversee daily operations, develop team members, and ensure a seamless shopping experience for our customers. As an integral part of our management team, you will foster a positive work environment, implement sales strategies, and uphold operational excellence across all store functions.
Duties
- Assist the General Manager in overseeing daily store operations, ensuring smooth and efficient workflows.
- Lead and motivate a diverse team through employee orientation, training & development, and performance management to achieve sales goals and maintain high standards.
- Manage inventory control, purchasing, merchandising, stocking, and pricing to optimize product availability and profitability.
- Supervise cashiering, POS transactions, cash handling, payroll processing, bookkeeping, and store accounting to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinate shift management, scheduling, and customer service initiatives to enhance the shopping experience.
- Conduct interviewing and recruiting activities to attract talented candidates; participate in onboarding new employees.
- Implement marketing strategies and promotional campaigns to increase store visibility and sales.
- Maintain organizational standards for cleanliness, safety protocols, and store appearance while ensuring adherence to company policies.
Skills
- Strong management skills with proven supervisory experience in retail or grocery environments.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead teams effectively across multiple functions.
- Proficiency in retail math, sales management, budgeting, and store management software including POS systems.
- Multilingual or bilingual abilities are highly desirable to serve diverse customer bases.
- Skilled in negotiation, purchasing, inventory management, pricing strategies, and merchandising techniques.
- Experience with employee orientation, training & development programs, and performance evaluations.
- Demonstrated leadership in supervising staff during shifts while maintaining high levels of customer service.
- Organizational skills with attention to detail in bookkeeping, payroll processing, stock control, and administrative tasks.
- Ability to handle multiple responsibilities efficiently through excellent time management and prioritization skills. Embark on a rewarding career where your leadership fuels success! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values innovation and teamwork—empowering you to make a meaningful impact every day.