assistant store manager

Work setting

• Retail business
• Supermarket/grocery store

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Direct and control daily operations
• Evaluate daily operations
• Plan and organize daily operations
• Study market research and trends to determine consumer demand, potential sales volumes and effect of competitors' operations on sales
• Determine merchandise and services to be sold
• Locate, select and procure merchandise for resale
• Develop and implement marketing strategies
• Plan budgets and monitor revenues and expenses
• Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages
• Oversee payroll administration
• Supervise office and volunteer staff

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Point of sale system
• Accounting software
• Word processing software
• Database software
• Project management software
• Inventory control software
• Computerized bookkeeping system
• Electronic mail
• Spreadsheet
• MS Outlook

Specialization/experience (business sales and services)

• Negotiation
• Merchandise needs analysis

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Adaptability
• Analytical
• Creativity
• Energetic
• Goal-oriented
• Hardworking
• Integrity
• Proactive
• Quick learner
• Time management
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Patience
• Ability to multitask
• Leadership