Retail Store Assistant Manager

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.Peter Millar was founded in 2001 with a single cashmere sweater offered in 24 colors. Based in Raleigh and Durham, North Carolina, the American lifestyle brand has grown to include luxury performance sportswear, seasonal resort and country club apparel, sophisticated classics, casually refined tailored clothing and sartorial accessories.We strive to capture timeless style upgraded with signature innovations, in designs that are in tune with modern life. We embrace working hard, being kind and doing right by our customers, aiming to set a higher standard for the apparel industry.Assists in managing employees and provides oversight of a retail store and sets the standard for providing exceptional customer service while training and motivating staff. Creates a superior shopping experience for customers.Essential FunctionsAssists in overseeing the functions of the storeStrategizes sales and marketing plans to build revenue opportunitiesIdentifies current and future customer requirements by establishing rapport with potential and actual customers and other persons in a position to understand service requirementsAssists with management store success and operations by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work resultsAssists in managing store staff job results by recruiting, training, managing, coaching, counseling and disciplining employees; and planning, monitoring, and appraising employee work performanceMaintains operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures.CompetenciesSelf-motivated, self-starter with ability to generate desired outcomes with little supervisionKeen understanding of the importance of Customer Service – these are keystones of the Peter Millar experience and the retail environment we serveExcellent PR skillsPositive attitude, great enthusiasm and superior work flexibilityAbility to thoroughly analyze and take action on specific sales reportingEffective verbal and written communication skillsAbility to stand/stoop/bend/walk 8-10 hours during shiftAbility to lift up to 20 pounds periodicallyDesired Education And ExperienceBachelor’s degree or equivalent in related field from an accredited institutionProficient with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.At least 5 years’ experience in retail management, buying or merchandisingProven track record of selling and building relationships with clientsIf you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Peter Millar & G/FORE are equal opportunity employers. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Both Peter Millar & G/FORE prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and they afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, genetic information, marital status, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Both Peter Millar & G/FORE comply with applicable state, county and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.