Little Words Project · 2 months ago
Assistant Store Manager
Long Branch, New Jersey
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years explittlewordsproject is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to help lead their Pier Village store. This role involves supporting day-to-day operations, team coaching, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience while contributing to store marketing and community engagement.
E-CommerceFashionJewelryRetail
Responsibilities
Work with the Store Manager to motivate the team to perform at their best
Open and close the store independently, ensuring smooth daily operations
Engage with guests, share our brand story, and help them find the perfect pieces
Coach and support new and existing team members to build a strong, high-performing team
Introduce new products to guests and recommend items based on their needs
Effectively handle in-store guest issues and answer questions related to merchandise and store policies
Process transactions accurately on the POS system while ensuring a seamless checkout experience
Keep the sales floor tidy, well-stocked, and visually appealing in alignment with brand standards
Assist in maintaining backstock and setting up merchandise on the sales floor
Support operational tasks such as inventory intake, visual merchandising, clienteling, beading table management, and tracking sales KPIs
Help conduct weekly and quarterly cycle counts, reporting inventory discrepancies and trends to the Store Manager
Fulfill in-store custom orders
Help plan and execute in-store activations, community events, and brand partnerships to drive foot traffic and engagement
Assist with in-store bead bar appointments, parties, and special events to create unforgettable moments for guests
Support daily store operations, including cash handling and security
Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and safety standards
Maintain a clean, organized, and well-functioning store environment for both guests and employees
Step in as the acting Store Manager when needed and be a key problem-solver in the store
Perform other duties as requested by the Store Manager
Qualification
Required
2+ years in a retail leadership role (Assistant Store Manager, Key Holder, or similar)
A strong guest service mindset and the ability to create meaningful connections
An eye for visual merchandising and experience with inventory management
Passion for retail marketing, events, or social media
Ability to work weekends, holidays, and adjust to business needs
Alignment with our values – Passion for kindness, positivity, and community-driven retail
Company
Little Words Project
Little Words Project is an e-commerce platform specialized in jewelry products.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Adriana Carrig
CEO & Founder
Recent News
2025-02-06
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