What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Assistant Manager position at World Market?
We are a unique marketplace that has been curating inspiring finds for the home decorator, entertainer, and gifter for over 60 years.
Our high-quality assortment of international foods, hand-picked wine and beverages, artisan furniture, and on-trend dcor offers great value you won't find anywhere else.
Diversity of product is critical to our success as a retail brand, but it's our culture of diversity and belonging that allows us to thrive as a team.
Each individual's contributions and unique perspective matter and inspire us to be inclusive, collaborative, open-minded, adaptable, honest, and respectful.
Key Responsibilities:
- In partnership with the Store Manager, model and lead a customer-first selling culture through effective routines, visual brand standards, and engagement behaviors.
- Assess and analyze business trends utilizing all available reporting to problem-solve business opportunities and take appropriate action.
- Consistently exemplify, maintain, and foster the culture and values of World Market.
- Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performance, customer-focused team that aligns with our company values through training, recognition, and performance management.
- Support and maintain a safe work environment through ongoing safety training, awareness, and accountability.
- Plan for and execute daily business tasks and duties assigned by and in the absence of the Store Manager.
Essential Requirements:
- Leadership skills including: excellent customer experience behaviors, a strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, creative problem solving and sound decision-making skills that align with strategic initiatives, effective delegation and validation, and the ability to execute daily priorities efficiently.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant leadership experience in a fast-paced specialty retail selling culture is preferred.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, depending upon the needs of the business.
- Minimum Age 21 years.
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
Why Join Us:
- Flexible scheduling to support your work-life balance.
- Associate discount to World Market.
- A fun and supportive work environment where you feel welcome and safe.
- A culture of inclusion that empowers you to be your best authentic self.
- Eligible associates are offered Medical and Dental Insurance, Vision Coverage, 401(k) Savings Plan, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance and more.