Nike Factory - Assistant Store Manager - Freeport, ME - (US-ME-Freeport - 04034)

Minimum Education: None
Jobcode: L:99648412
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Working in Nike Retail will be rewarding, it will be challenging, it may well be a step towards something bigger, but it is most definitely not just another job. You'll be an ambassador of the Nike brand -- everything we stand for: drive, determination, the unyielding commitment to excellence, these all will be a part of your everyday experience. We're committed to making every customer's experience a rewarding one, and as a member of our retail team, your contributions are a big part of our success.

As our Assistant Store Manager, you'll assist the Store Manager in effectively leading and managing the store team to achieve sales goals and profit growth in accordance with Nike Brand at Retail. Your functional area will be determined by the Store Manager and business needs. You'll provide and ensure an in-store culture that brings the Nike Brand to life at retail through rewards and recognition. You'll execute service strategies that reinforce a premium consumer experience and connect with communities through Nike-driven service/charitable events. You'll also be responsible for recruiting and hiring top talent to ensure a diverse and energetic work environment. You'll lead by example on the sales floor as you deliver sustainable training programs and develop direct reports to meet performance expectations. You'll ensure the store achieves compliance with policy, procedure and legal standards. Furthermore, you'll be accountable for ensuring revenue targets are met in your area of responsibility by monitoring store key performance incentive goals, managing budgeted metrics (such as SG&A, margin, payroll and PTI), monitoring space utilization and maximizing productivity. You'll ensure the understanding of all financial, operational and product reports, and proactively utilize them to develop and track business plans and to communicate key product needs to the Store Manager and appropriate partners. You'll also be responsible for maintaining visual standards (refill, open, closures and toolbox), while ensuring the consistent planning and execution of product flow (markdowns, transitions and DTF). You'll plan upcoming shipments, develop strategies and identify key business opportunities. In addition, you'll monitor market/customer trends and communicate the findings to management and World Headquarters partners.

Requirements for the position include:

3+ years' retail management experience
Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field (or 2 additional years' management experience in lieu of a degree)
Experience in coaching and counseling
Experience in leading a high level of customer service in a brand retailer
Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products
Ability to communicate in English
Ability to recruit, lead and manage a team
Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
Ability to, with or without accommodation, have the proficient use of both sensory perception/clarity and muscle control/coordination. This may include vision (near, far, color, glare control), hearing (auditory attention, sound localization), speech, strength, agility, dexterity, flexibility, steadiness or reaction time
Nike retail experience is preferred

To ensure that we continue to hire competent, ethical and trustworthy individuals, all candidates must successfully complete a thorough background investigation prior to receiving any final offer of employment from Nike.

Of course our commitments don't stop with our customers. If you're up to the challenge of Nike Retail we'll make it worth your while. You'll be working in a great team environment, with access to the latest and greatest Nike products and apparel. Not to mention a compensation and benefits package that's among the best around. Join us and see what it means to become part of the Nike Retail experience.

We're interested in learning more about you and appreciate you taking the time to apply online.

Nike, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) that strives to create a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.