assistant manager - retail Verified

Work setting

• Automobile dealership
• Motor vehicle repair shop
• Sales

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Evaluate daily operations
• Plan and organize daily operations
• Manage staff and assign duties
• 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
• Implement price and credits policies
• Locate, select and procure merchandise for resale
• Develop and implement marketing strategies
• Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages

Supervision

• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Point of sale system
• Electronic scheduler
• Inventory control software
• Computerized bookkeeping system
• Spreadsheet

Area of specialization

• Trading

Additional information

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Willing to travel
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Goal-oriented
• Hardworking
• Positive attitude
• Time management
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent written communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Commission

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available