Assistant Store Manager
Staples
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About this role
Assistant Managers drive sales, services and customer engagement in the store and ensure the store is ready for business. You and your team will establish customer relationships that build loyalty, provide total solutions to meet customer's needs and grow the business. You will guide your team in being positive, inclusive, and collaborative while helping your customers achieve their goals. Hiring immediately.
Get great perks.
+ Full-time hours, generous paid time off, career development program and weekly pay
+ Bonus plan eligible
+ Compensation is based on qualifications and experience
+ 401(k) with company match
+ Full medical, dental and vision insurance
+ Associate discounts on in-store and online merchandise, services and warranty plans
+ Discounts at hundreds of retailers, restaurants and more
+ And many more benefits
Provide strong leadership in community, customer service, sales, and team development.
+ Ensure that the store culture embodies Staples values and its commitment to the community
+ Develop a high-performing team focused on providing an exceptional store experience, consultative selling, driving conversions and providing total solutions to every customer
+ Develop team to deliver results through coaching, training, and role playing
+ Attain sales and services goals, profit margin and execution of store operations
+ Establish business cadence for sales readiness
+ Provide direction daily for merchandising opportunities within the store
+ Assist with delegating operational tasks in partnership with the GM
+ Shared responsibility for total store operations and cost control as well as acting as the Floor Leader
+ Champion company initiatives, being adaptable and flexible to change and responsibilities
Essential skills and experience:
+ 2+ years managing a sales team in a retail or services industry
+ Experience managing and coaching a team in a customer-centric, solutions-based environment
+ Must be able to engage and speak to customers and understand their needs
+ Strong communication, organization, planning and adaptive to changing business priorities
+ Review results against business goals and strategies and deliver plans for growth and improvement
+ Manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
+ Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
+ Ability to work cooperatively in a high paced and sometimes stressful environment
+ Ability to lift/move materials in the 10
- 50 pound range, climb ladders, stand and walk continuously
Preferred skills and experience:
+ Experience using financial metrics to track sales progress to drive profitable sales and margins
+ Ability to network and engage with the community Staples does not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. \#MGT \#LI-MC1 Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender idenity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the process, please call 1-888-490-4747 for more information.
What you'll get after applying
Unlike traditional applications, you won't submit and wait in silence. Here's what you get immediately:
See what you did well — communication, experience, enthusiasm
Specific, actionable feedback on how to strengthen your interview skills
Personalized guides and resources to help you grow professionally
Common questions
How does Apply by Voice work?
Instead of filling out forms or uploading a resume, you have a 6-10 minute voice conversation with an AI interviewer. It asks about your experience, skills, and interest in the role — then gives you instant feedback.
What feedback do I get after applying?
You'll immediately see your strengths highlighted, specific areas for improvement, actionable tips to get better, and recommended resources to build your interview skills.
How long does the conversation take?
Most conversations take 6-10 minutes. It's a natural back-and-forth about your experience — much faster than filling out a traditional application.