Industrial Assistant Store Manager & Back-Up Driver

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

Responsible for assisting the store manager in the overall retail operations including recruitment, team development, profitably, managing expenses and store inventory and merchandising.

Promote and support our high-quality Red Wing brand image through professional selling, building loyalty and long-lasting relationships with our customers. This is achieved by promoting the Red Wing Shoe Company’s Ultimate Fit Experience (UFX), selling our premium products, and providing conscientious customer service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In the absence of the Store Manager, act as the manager on duty to oversee entire retail operation
• Work with the Store Manager to analyze monthly financial statements (P&L) to ensure store profitability
• Uphold Red Wing Shoe Company’s merchandising and brand standards to ensure store presentation requirements are met
• Work directly with the Store Manager to manage inventory levels and accuracy
• Lead by example by guiding each customer through RWSC’s Ultimate Fit Experience
• Provide appropriate accessory recommendation, educate customers on the benefits of each
• Generate Industrial Sales Leads
• Achieve and exceed daily productivity and sales goals
• Maintain the integrity of the sales floor presentation, store signage, and housekeeping standards
• Maintain proficiency with product knowledge, technical, and operating standards through continuous learning
• Maintain safe and healthy work environment by following organization standards and legal regulations
• Work with Store Manager to guide store staff through consistent implementation of retail initiatives, policies/procedures, and goal setting
• Foster an environment of continuous education and development while supporting company driven training initiatives and participation in learning activities
• Assist in development of store associates to achieve operational and sales objectives
• Create an environment of inclusivity, positive employee morale, as well as safe working conditions amongst peers
• Support the Store Manager in daily retail operations throughout the region
• Attend truck run appointments with Mobile Sales Associate on an as need basis (determined by Store Manager)
• Adhere to all mobile operations as defined in standard operating procedures
• Prepare, load, and unload stock to be placed on mobile unit and in warehouse for the day’s business
• Maintain healthy amount of footwear and accessories for each truck run, including discontinued products
• Provide store coverage in local market as determined by management

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (following duties are required on all positions):

• Obtain necessary information by maintaining knowledge of RWSC’s electronic communication software
• Maintain quality service by establishing, following, and enforcing organization quality system standards
• Maintain industrial account operational requirements
• Uphold Red Wing Shoe Company’s core values
• Willingness to perform additional duties as required
• Conduct self-accordance to RWSC policies