Assistant Manager Jobs in Alaska

Job Title: assistant store manager - Anchorage, AK Company: Starbucks Location: Anchorage, AK Description: Job Summary and Mission This job contributes to Starbucks success by assisting the store manager in executing store operations. This job assists and supervises a team of store partners to create and maintain the Starbucks Experience for our customers and partners. The incumbent is responsible for modeling and acting in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles. Summary of Key Responsibilities Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: Communicates clearly, concisely and accurately in order to ensure effective store operations. Filters communication to the shift team as directed by the store manager. Contributes to positive team environment by recognizing alarms or changes in partner morale and performance and communicating them to the store manager. Demonstrates integrity, honesty, and knowledge that promote the culture, values and mission of Starbucks. Maintains and models a calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events; continues to keep store operating to standard and sets a positive example for the shift team. Develops positive relationships with shift team by understanding and addressing individual motivation, needs and concerns. Engages in conversation with customers to understand customer needs and the needs of the community in which the store is located. Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality. Models a customer comes first attitude, delivers legendary customer service, and supervises partners to ensure they are delivering legendary customer service. Responds to immediate store needs by utilizing external resources such as Partner Asset Protection, Partner Resources and Food Beverage. Reviews store environment and key business indicators to identify problems, concerns and opportunities for improvement in order to provide coaching and direction to the shift team to achieve operational goals. Communicates ideas to the store manager for broader areas of improvement. Supports store manager in implementing company programs by working directly with shift team to execute action plans that meet operational and organization objectives. Supports store operations by recognizing and reinforcing individual and team accomplishments through existing organizational tools and makes recommendations to store manager on new, creative, and impactful methods of recognition. Utilizes and provides direction to partners during their shift on the use of operational tools to achieve operational excellence. Acts as a coach and mentor to partners by using discretion in assessing performance, providing feedback and coaching to improve partner performance, and effectively recommending employment decisions to store manager.

Job Title: Assistant Store Manager of Merchandising - Old Navy - Fairbanks, AK Company: Gap Location: Fairbanks, AK Description: Summary: the Assistant Store Manager of Merchandising oversees all aspects of the merchandise and visual presentation of the store. The ASM of Merchandising should exercise independent judgement and discretion to drive sales through merchandise and visual presentation. Their primary responsibility is to manage, train, coach, supervise and direct staff to ensure consistent application of company-defined best practices. They execute merchandise and visual presentation standards to maximize sales and profitability through a compelling merchandise statement, and to enable a positive customer experience. The ASM of Merchandising works through merchandising department owners (Managers, Specialists) to achieve the above desired results and develop their team. They own performance management and growth/retaining talent among direct reports and Associates. The ASM collaborates with the Store Manager and Managers of Service/Training and Operations to achieve overall sales and financial budgets. The ASM plans and communicates to set up the store team to achieve goals and deliver a balanced experience that consistently represents brand standards. Non-exempt ASMs must punch in and out through the time-clock to record all time worked, follow hourly meal/break guidelines, and partner appropriately with the Store Manager regarding any overtime.Drives sales and manages execution of merchandise placement through effectiveplanning, prioritizing, communication and follow-upAccountable for all planning, mapping and execution of merchandise and fixture placementEnsures key programs are protected and presentation is appropriate for the brandPartners with store Manager to build on business opportunities that drive the top programs and big ideas per the bookFormulates strategies for future presentations to support key business initiatives or big ideasLeads merchandising team to identify and execute flexing decisions that maximize business opportunities while aligning with presentation guidelinesLeads and manages the visual communication process for the bookActively participates in store walks with SM, DM, and RVM to ensure the consistency and quality of merchandising and visual executionFully understands the financial statement and all reports that relate to product placement and visual executionSets, monitors, follows up on productivity goals and objectives for the store team to maximize sales and profitabilityPartners with Store Manager in scheduling seasonal flow and weekly merchandising workloadEnsures execution of shipment according to the company best practicesEnsures that the merchandise department owners and store Leaders understand how to identify and execute replenishment priorities during their shiftsPartners with operations Leader(s) to ensure execution of markdowns/signage/marketing aligns with merchandising and visual execution to maximize company promotional strategies and eventsMaintain ongoing inventory of all fixtures and visual elements for the locationOperates proactively, but is able to course correct when necessaryPerforms additional managerial duties as necessaryPerforms Leader on Duty responsibilitiesOpens and closes the store in accordance with company standardsMonitors payroll when opening store, and adjusts schedule accordinglyMonitors, maintains and follows company policies and proceduresEnsures Leaders and Associates utilize recovery statements to minimize external lossExecutes all activities related to risk management and safetyEnsures store meets store compliance audit requirementsEnsures store is compliant with daily cleaning according to the best practicesResponsible for the merchandising and visual presentation of the entire store by utilizing the book including all mannequins and visual displaysLead the store set process to determine appropriate presentations based on store layout, assortment level and customer profileEnsures all body forms, visual displays, end panels, interior walls and window presentations tell a compelling story reaching target customer and are executed/detailed to company standardsEnsures that Leaders are trained to maintain visual presentation and brand standards to provide the best customer experience.Ensures that the actions and activities of the team support Old Navys service standardsEnsures a clean hazard-free shopping and working environment through daily cleaning activitiesEnsures Ready All Day standards are metAccurately assesses performance of direct reports providing appropriate level of feedbackWrites and delivers quarterly check-ins, individual development objectives and annual performance reviews for teamAssembles and develops high-performing teamsAddresses poor performance. Initiates, administers, and follows up on corrective action.Develop team to execute company programs and processes by prioritizing, simplifying and following up to achieve desired resultsDevelops direct reports by delegating appropriate tasks and responsibilitiesInvests time in people development through accurate skill assessments and utilizes company tools such as performance planning assessment form and individual development objectives to nurture growth for team as well as for selfProvides motivation and recognition to the team

Job Title: Assistant Manager Company: Holiday Stationstores Location: Anchorage, AK Description: Holiday Stationstores is a recognized leader in the convenience store industry with 300 corporately owned stores located throughout 11 states in the northern tier region of the United States: Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Washington and Alaska. Holiday Stationstores is headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota . We have been committed to providing customers with high quality gasoline products along with an unusually wide selection of prepared food, groceries and general merchandise items.....aimed at satisfying the everyday needs of our convenience store customers. Holiday Stationstores Franchise, a leader in the convenience store industry, is currently seeking enthusiastic and customer friendly Sales Associates for its Holiday Franchise locations. Responsibilities include: Merchandising Inventory Bookkeeping Supervising Providing customer service Click APPLY NOW to submit your application online! Job requirements Additional Strong customer service Excellent verbal communication skills Strong leadership skills with the ability to work independently Previous experience in the retail industry is preferred

Job Title: Assistant Manager Company: Michael's Arts and Crafts Location: Fairbanks, AK Description: Are you a retail manager looking for a faster, more rewarding career path than your current employer now offers? Michaels is currently seeking qualified candidates for an Assistant Store Manager in Fairbanks.  If you are currently an Assistant Manager for a large store retailer (Big Box), have a minimum of 3 years retail management experience, we want to talk to you! We offer our Assistant Managers: Highly competitive starting salary. Company focus and support for your personal development and career advancement. Consideration for district and zone level positions after you’ve demonstrated your ability at the Store Manager level.  RESPONSIBILITIES:  The Assistant Store Manager is responsible for the overall management of the store under the direction of the Store Manager. The Assistant Store Manager executes company policies, procedures and programs required to manage a Michaels store and maintain sales and profit. Primary Responsibilities include: Customer Service Policies & Procedures Staffing/Scheduling Training/Store Communication Supervision of Operations Sales Floor Presentation Inventory Control Gross Margin/Loss Prevention Controllable Expenses/Income Direct Supervision of total store Customer Service Ideal candidates will possess the following qualifications: Currently a Store Manager, Co-Manager or Assistant Store Manager for a large store (Big Box) retailer. Currently a Store Manager for a national retailer in a specialty store format. Minimum 3-years retail management experience. Experience in a multi-million dollar retail store in a mass merchandising environment is a plus. Demonstrated commitment to retail throughout career. Solid management skills, including Planning & Organizing, Adaptability/Flexibility, and Oral and Written Communication skills. High Energy and a sense of urgency.  Michaels is an equal opportunity employer.  Applicants for all job openings are welcome and will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital status, or any other basis protected by State, Federal or Local law.