Assistant Store Manager

BESTSELLER

. Support the Store Manager in leading, coaching, and developing a team of 7–15 colleagues .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeDanbury • Connecticut • United StatesJunior💰 $50,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and coaching abilities to develop a retail team while driving sales performance and ensuring exceptional customer service. Maintains operational excellence through effective scheduling, inventory management, and adherence to company policies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Retail Leadership ExperienceSales Performance SupportTeam Development and TrainingCustomer Service ExcellenceInventory Management

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Hard Skills

Sales AnalysisKPI AchievementVisual MerchandisingOpening and Closing ProceduresLoss Prevention

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCoaching SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam Culture DevelopmentAdaptability in Fast-Paced Environment

Industry Keywords

Retail ManagementCustomer ExperienceFashion RetailHealth and Safety StandardsTalent Recruitment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Store Manager in leading, coaching, and developing a team of 7–15 colleagues
Provide real-time feedback and coaching on the sales floor
Help drive a positive, high-energy team culture
Lead the store in the absence of the Store Manager
Support delivery of KPIs including sales, conversion, ATV, and UPT
Lead by example in customer service and selling behaviors
Analyze performance and execute action plans to improve results
Ensure product knowledge and visual merchandising standards
Support scheduling, inventory, and stock flow
Execute opening and closing procedures
Maintain a clean, organized, customer-ready store
Support recruitment, interviews, and onboarding
Train and develop team members
Contribute to the internal talent pipeline
Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures
Support loss prevention and inventory accuracy
Maintain Health & Safety standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

1–3+ years of experience in a retail leadership role
Strong interest in developing into a Store Manager role
Proven ability to support sales performance and customer experience
Strong communication and coaching skills
Commercially aware and eager to learn
Organized and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
Passionate about fashion and retail

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary + performance-based bonus
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
Generous paid time off + personal days
Employee discount across BESTSELLER brands
Opportunity to grow within a renowned global company expanding in the US market
Clear pathway to Store Manager and beyond
Hands-on experience in leading a high-volume retail business
Opportunities to support new store openings and key projects
Access to ongoing leadership development and training programs