Assistant Store Manager W/m

Company Description

Amer Sports is a sporting goods company with internationally recognized brands including Salomon, Arc’teryx, Peak Performance, Atomic, Suunto and Wilson.

“The Mountain Sport Company”, Salomon was born in 1947 in the heart of the French Alps and the birthplace of modern alpinism. Salomon’s commitment to innovative design and passion for mountain sports created a vast range of revolutionary new concepts in bindings, boots, skis and apparel for both Alpine and Nordic skiing and brought innovative solutions to footwear, apparel and equipment for snowboarding, adventure racing, mountaineering, hiking, trail running, and many other sports.

Through performance driven design, Salomon delivers innovation and progression to mountain sports; converting new ideas into action and expanding the limits of possibility. Salomon’s heritage, culture, and commitment are tied together by one simple concept: the world’s leading mountain people creating the world’s leading mountain products. Salomon is responsibly committed towards the outdoor through its Play-Minded Program. Diversity is one of Salomon’s five values, therefore we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

Salomon is headquartered in Annecy, France.

**Job Description**:
**GENERAL PURPOSE**

**The Assistant Store Manager supports the implementation of the Store Manager’s strategy. He/she is hands on, ensuring that the daily tasks are done and overseeing all the expertise available in store.**

This position is responsible together with the Store Manager for achieving overall targets.

He/she ensures that the store:

- Achieves its daily and weekly sales goals.
- Checks the brand standards are properly followed.
- Delivers operational excellence through effectively leading a high performing team.
- Provides the highest level of customer experience and delivers the brand vision, supporting and mentoring the Sales Associates with regards to their development Programs.
- He/she is the Training Ambassador making sure all the team is trained.

**KEY TASKS**
- Customer Service
- Leadership, development, and communication
- Operations
- Training
- Marketing/Events
- Merchandising and Inventory
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Store Manager.

**Qualifications**:
**YOUR PROFILE**

“Time to play spirit”, someone who plays with the rules to better enjoy them. Curious, playful, and optimistic but focused, dedicated and passionate all the same. We remain thirsty for life and the possibilities it holds.
- Minimum of 18-month relevant experience in a Retail store. Experiences in a management role, coaching or training is appreciated.
- Takes pride in their store, loves interacting with customers and creating exceptional experiences.
- Proven experience building strong customer loyalty.
- Has an excellent understanding of the local retail environment.
- Active in their community.
- Self-motivated and eager to learn.
- Team player.
- Passionate about the sport industry is a plus.
- Digitally savvy.
- Is willing to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

**MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS**
- Demonstrated ability to build and motivate teams.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to work to deadlines and targets.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to train and delegate effectively.
- Customer service experience with excellent customer service skills.
- Strong command of Spanish and spoken English.
- Participation or an interest in sports activities is a plus.
- PC literate, able to manage & learn new systems, Excel, Word and PowerPoint proficient; Good command of Google One Drive.

Additional Information

Full Time Contract