Cato Corporation · 3 weeks ago
Retail Assistant Manager
Dickson, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelCato Corporation is seeking an energetic and motivated Retail Assistant Manager to join their vibrant team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee daily store operations, drive sales, and foster a positive shopping environment while ensuring excellent customer service and efficient inventory management.
FashionLifestyleRetail
Responsibilities
Lead and supervise daily store operations, ensuring smooth and efficient workflow across all departments
Manage employee orientation, training, and development to build a motivated and knowledgeable team
Conduct interviewing and recruiting processes to attract top talent aligned with store needs
Oversee inventory management, including stock replenishment, merchandising, purchasing, and inventory control to optimize product availability
Handle payroll processing, bookkeeping, and cash handling procedures accurately and securely
Utilize POS (Point of Sale) systems for sales transactions, returns, and customer inquiries with professionalism
Implement pricing strategies and promotional activities to maximize sales and meet sales targets
Supervise shift management, ensuring proper staffing levels and efficient task delegation
Maintain excellent customer service standards by addressing customer concerns promptly and professionally
Coordinate marketing initiatives to attract new customers and retain existing ones
Monitor retail math metrics such as sales per square foot, average transaction value, and gross profit margins to evaluate store performance
Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, store policies, and company procedures
Manage administrative tasks including scheduling, reporting, budgeting, and record-keeping to support store operations
Qualification
Required
Proven management experience within retail environments with a focus on assistant or store manager roles
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and foster a collaborative work environment
Excellent communication skills
Skilled in negotiation, purchasing, pricing strategies, and sales management techniques
Proficient in POS systems, inventory management software, bookkeeping tools, and basic retail math calculations
Demonstrated experience in employee orientation, training & development programs, interviewing techniques, and recruiting processes
Sound knowledge of cash handling procedures, payroll processing, and budgeting principles
Ability to supervise stock stocking activities, merchandising efforts, and inventory control measures effectively
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Customer service excellence with phone etiquette skills for engaging with clients professionally over the phone or in person
Time management skills that enable effective shift planning and operational oversight
Preferred
Bilingual or multilingual abilities are highly valued for serving diverse customer bases
Experience with marketing initiatives aimed at increasing foot traffic and sales growth within grocery or general retail stores is advantageous
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid time off
Company
Cato Corporation
The Cato Corporation, a leading specialty retailer with corporate offices located in Charlotte, NC, operates under three concepts, “Cato”, “Versona” and “It’s Fashion”.
Founded in 1946
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2003-01-10IPO
Leadership Team
Chuck Knight
Executive Vice President -Chief Financial Officer
Gordon Smith
Executive Vice President Chief Real Estate & Store Development Officer
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