What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Manager position at Sunglass Hut?
Company Description
Sunglass Hut is a global leader in the specialty sunglass retail business, with over 3,000 stores worldwide across North America, Europe, South Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific, including India. As part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in eyewear, Sunglass Hut is committed to spreading the joy of self-expression, inclusivity, and authenticity. With a focus on offering exclusive, high-quality fashion and performance sunglasses, the company prioritizes creating dynamic retail spaces. Their culture emphasizes growth, collaboration, and customer care, ensuring associates are supported and driven to thrive.
Role Description
The Assistant Manager role at Sunglass Hut is a full-time, on-site position based in Honolulu, HI. As an Assistant Manager, you will support the Store Manager in daily operations, ensuring an exceptional shopping experience for customers while meeting sales goals. Responsibilities include supervising, training, and motivating the team, executing effective retail strategies, monitoring inventory levels, and ensuring visual merchandising aligns with company guidelines. You will play an integral role in fostering a positive store environment, maximizing customer satisfaction, and driving team performance.
Qualifications
- Leadership and team-building skills to inspire and guide a team to exceed sales targets and deliver excellent customer service
- Customer service and relationship-building skills to create meaningful and positive customer experiences
- Retail knowledge, including sales, inventory management, and visual merchandising experience
- Operational skills like problem-solving, decision-making, and managing day-to-day store activities effectively
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with team members and interact with customers professionally
- Proficiency in using point-of-sale (POS) systems and other retail software tools
- High adaptability and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-centric retail environment
- Previous retail or supervisory experience is preferred, but not mandatory
- Passion for fashion and eyewear is a plus