Vuori
Retail Assistant Store Manager - Visual Merchandising
Vuori, Oak Brook, Illinois, United States, 60523
Retail Assistant Store Manager – Visual Merchandising
Base pay:
$22.00/hr – $25.00/hr, plus hourly team‑pooled commission.
Vuori is redefining athletic apparel with a casual aesthetic designed for everyday life. Our high‑energy, fast‑paced retail environment reflects the active coastal California lifestyle we embody.
Job Description The Retail Assistant Store Manager works with the Retail Store Manager to lead the sales team. Responsibilities include forging customer connections, communicating brand values, and ensuring the highest level of customer experience.
What You'll Get to Do Create an unforgettable customer experience
Work with the sales team to ensure each customer receives the best experience possible.
Take ownership of the sales floor and team to prioritize customer experience.
Prepare fitting rooms, find sizes, and provide honest, knowledgeable feedback on merchandise style and fit.
Forge lasting relationships with customers by engaging on product details, new releases, and upcoming events.
Stay knowledgeable about new and top‑selling items and share insights with customers and the team.
Be the business
Lead day‑to‑day store operations in the manager’s absence.
Motivate the sales team and achieve sales goals in a commission‑based environment.
Seek new product knowledge in fashion and active‑wear to serve as a customer expert.
Lead the team in project completion while maintaining focus on customer experience.
Communicate inventory needs to support business goals.
Leadership/Ownership
Assist the Store Inventory Lead in processing all product shipments and inventory management.
Work with the Retail Store Manager on daily maintenance, sales strategy, community, and team management.
Lead the team in daily store maintenance, restocking, visual merchandising, and cleaning.
Utilize responsibility, protocol, and safety standards in daily store opening/closing.
Encourage employees to give 100%, adhere to punctuality, and fulfill role responsibilities at all times.
Operations
Complete weekly manual restock and send report to inventory management.
Complete weekly cycle counts.
Assist in processing weekly shipments.
Ensure all store supplies are stocked and communicate needs monthly.
Process all online returns and defective products, shipping to the warehouse.
Handle daily restock and destock.
Assist in keeping the backroom clean and bins organized.
Manage the Aloha displays; refreshed and restocked weekly.
Manage the mannequin refresh and check one‑offs.
Maintain all merchandising standards on the floor.
Qualifications
Available for morning and/or evening, 8‑hour shifts, 5 days/week, including at least one weekend day.
Must be a punctual and attendance leader, adhering to scheduled shifts.
Ability to develop relationships with customers and colleagues.
Expert customer service, creating experiences and building relationships, embracing the social aspect of sales and proactively handling concerns.
Prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
Quickly learn new procedures and processes.
Strong organizational skills and follow‑through.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative.
Eager to develop new skills and responsive to feedback.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Savings and Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Generous Vuori Discount & Industry Perks
Paid Time Off
Wellness & Fitness benefits
Equal Opportunity Employer
Vuori is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
All personal information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.
Location:
Oak Brook, IL
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$22.00/hr – $25.00/hr, plus hourly team‑pooled commission.
Vuori is redefining athletic apparel with a casual aesthetic designed for everyday life. Our high‑energy, fast‑paced retail environment reflects the active coastal California lifestyle we embody.
Job Description The Retail Assistant Store Manager works with the Retail Store Manager to lead the sales team. Responsibilities include forging customer connections, communicating brand values, and ensuring the highest level of customer experience.
What You'll Get to Do Create an unforgettable customer experience
Work with the sales team to ensure each customer receives the best experience possible.
Take ownership of the sales floor and team to prioritize customer experience.
Prepare fitting rooms, find sizes, and provide honest, knowledgeable feedback on merchandise style and fit.
Forge lasting relationships with customers by engaging on product details, new releases, and upcoming events.
Stay knowledgeable about new and top‑selling items and share insights with customers and the team.
Be the business
Lead day‑to‑day store operations in the manager’s absence.
Motivate the sales team and achieve sales goals in a commission‑based environment.
Seek new product knowledge in fashion and active‑wear to serve as a customer expert.
Lead the team in project completion while maintaining focus on customer experience.
Communicate inventory needs to support business goals.
Leadership/Ownership
Assist the Store Inventory Lead in processing all product shipments and inventory management.
Work with the Retail Store Manager on daily maintenance, sales strategy, community, and team management.
Lead the team in daily store maintenance, restocking, visual merchandising, and cleaning.
Utilize responsibility, protocol, and safety standards in daily store opening/closing.
Encourage employees to give 100%, adhere to punctuality, and fulfill role responsibilities at all times.
Operations
Complete weekly manual restock and send report to inventory management.
Complete weekly cycle counts.
Assist in processing weekly shipments.
Ensure all store supplies are stocked and communicate needs monthly.
Process all online returns and defective products, shipping to the warehouse.
Handle daily restock and destock.
Assist in keeping the backroom clean and bins organized.
Manage the Aloha displays; refreshed and restocked weekly.
Manage the mannequin refresh and check one‑offs.
Maintain all merchandising standards on the floor.
Qualifications
Available for morning and/or evening, 8‑hour shifts, 5 days/week, including at least one weekend day.
Must be a punctual and attendance leader, adhering to scheduled shifts.
Ability to develop relationships with customers and colleagues.
Expert customer service, creating experiences and building relationships, embracing the social aspect of sales and proactively handling concerns.
Prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
Quickly learn new procedures and processes.
Strong organizational skills and follow‑through.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative.
Eager to develop new skills and responsive to feedback.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Savings and Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Generous Vuori Discount & Industry Perks
Paid Time Off
Wellness & Fitness benefits
Equal Opportunity Employer
Vuori is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
All personal information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.
Location:
Oak Brook, IL
#J-18808-Ljbffr