Job Opportunity – Assistant Store Manager

Job Title: Assistant Store Manager

Reports To: General Manager

Location: Torrance ReStore

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

WHO YOU ARE

You’re someone who people can rely on and you’re always there when they need a helping hand.. You’re looking for a new position where you can make a difference in your life, the lives of others, and the world. In return, you seek an organization that appreciates your individuality and supports you as a member of a diverse and talented team. People often comment on how you are organized, a great mentor, and lead by example. You know in your heart it’s time to find an opportunity to be part of something larger; more impactful. If this sounds like you, please allow us to introduce ourselves.

WHO WE ARE

Solid like the houses it builds, Habitat works with integrity, creativity, and a clear and powerful belief that “Everyone in the Greater Los Angeles County deserves a decent place to live.” Since 1990, we have built, rehabilitated, or repaired over 1,450 houses in neighborhoods across the Greater Los Angeles area. Housing is a basic human need, and Habitat for Humanity strives to achieve its goal of eliminating substandard housing by making decent, sustainable, and affordable housing a reality for all. Habitat LA is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI), an ecumenical Christian organization that excels at attracting people of any or no faith to work together to build homes, community, and hope. In addition to building new houses, we also partner with families in need of a new roof, a wheelchair ramp, or other vital repairs. We work to revitalize communities and help those affected by local disasters. Globally, our tithe supports Habitat’s work in other countries including building shelters, disaster response, microfinancing, and more.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Assistant Manager supports the General Manager and Store Manager with the sales and operational focuses daily in the ReStore. This position is always a leader in the building. The Assistant Manager oversees the building, and all ReStore operations in support of the General Manager and Store Manager.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Opens and closes the store as needed. Is always a leader in the building. Follows up on sales, customer service, operations, safety, and merchandising tasks.
  • Participates in recruitment, disciplinary, and dismissal processes. Smooth out problems within the workplace.
  • Address employee and customer concerns effectively.
  • Drives sales through themselves and others by developing their team to be sales focused.
  • Develops good customer relationships.
  • Utilizes reporting to better understand sales trends to ensure they are merchandising and pricing to support sales.
  • Connects with other ReStore teams (other ReStores, logistics and e-commerce) to ensure everyone is aligned with pricing and merchandising.
  • Effectively utilizes the marketing tools we have at our disposal to drive sales and awareness around events in the store.
  • Develop strategies for better workplace and sales goal achievements.

SUMMARY OF JOB QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must have access to reliable transportation, a valid CA driver’s license, and meet the state-required amount of personal automobile liability insurance.
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, a criminal background check, and a 75-lb lift test.
  • At least 2 years of assistant manager experience in a retail setting.
  • Some experience in sales or meeting sales targets, preferred.
  • Strong ability to handle customer inquiries, and complaints, and provide excellent service, which is a key component of store management.
  • Clear verbal and written communication skills to interact with customers, staff, and senior management.
  • Familiarity with retail systems (e.g., Point of Sale, inventory management software) and basic Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel).

BENEFITS: WE TAKE CARE OF OUR EMPLOYEES

Habitat La jobs come with great benefits including but not limited to:
  • Healthcare (Medical, Dental & Vision).
  • Critical Illness and AD&D insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Account.
  • 100% employer-paid Life Insurance for all employees.
  • Very generous 401(K) retirement plan.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Vacation.
  • Sick Leave available.
  • 12 Paid Holidays.
  • Bereavement, Jury Duty, and Voting hours available.
  • Employee discounts on items sold in our ReStores.
  • Exclusive discounts to amusement parks, entertainment & more.
  • Maternity and Parental Leave.
  • Sabbatical Leave.
  • Employee Assistance, Mental Health, and Counseling Sessions.
  • We often promote from within our organization.
  • Free Parking.

COMPENSATION

The base pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00 Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

This position is being offered at $23/hr.

From versatile health perks to new career opportunities, check us out at: www.habitatla.org to learn more about our organization and the great work we do!

Our hiring practices are inclusive and non-discriminatory; applicants with arrest or conviction records will be assessed based on their qualifications for the job.

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLY

If you’re interested in the position, please send your resume to recruiting@habitatla.org . If you meet the qualifications, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview.

If you require accommodation due to a disability to complete this application OR you are experiencing issues submitting your application, please e-mail recruiting@habitatla.org.