Assistant store manager

FUNCTION

Assist the General Store Manager in executing the day-to-day activities in support of creating the Vera Bradley experience through exceptional customer service, visual merchandising, staff management, development and training, upholding store image standards, and sales goal achievement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Note : Other duties may be assigned)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assist General Store Manager with hiring, training, motivating and retaining a team of qualified associates that communicate and represent the Vera Bradley philosophy
• Assist in developing Vera Bradley loyalty by creating an outstanding experience for both associates and customers
• Lead the team with exceptional sales and strong presence while on the floor to set the pace for the team
• Assist in promoting community involvement to drive brand awareness and loyalty
• Communicate the Vera Bradley brand aesthetic, philosophy and lifestyle to the sales associates and guests
• Uphold the Vera Bradley brand standards through exceptional visual merchandising
• Provide a clean, organized and inviting environment for both customers and associates
• Monitor daily, weekly, monthly processes to ensure operational integrity
• Serve as back-up to store management with responsibility for daily cash reconciliation and opening and closing of store
• Assist in managing human resource related tasks including recruitment, performance management, payroll and scheduling, health and safety, and store security
• Maintain a knowledge of established policies and procedures

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Graduate or equivalent required
• Prior retail experience strongly preferred
• 1 years management experience required; or demonstrated Vera Bradley leadership ability required
• Experience in specialty retail or outlet stores strongly preferred
• Experience with retail POS system a plus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Polite and professional
• Exceptional sales skills
• Ability to lead, motivate and promote a team environment
• Strong PC skills utilizing Microsoft Office software
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive, adaptable with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Available to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends
• Strong team player

ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Constant walking and standing; frequent bending, stooping and reaching
• Strong sensory skills such as good eyesight, good hearing, and dexterity
• Valid driver’s license with good motor vehicle record, must be 21 years of age (only applies to locations with company-owned vehicles)
• Ability to consistently lift 10-35 lbs; Occasionally lift up to 55 lbs with the ability to push or pull more than 55 lbs

We are proud of the competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefit package provided to our associates and their families.

Our compensation package is designed to meet our associates today and help them plan for the future.

Health Benefits

VRA offers a variety of medical, dental and vision programs to meet your family’s health care needs.

• Medical plan options including both a HDHP / HSA plan and a PPO plan
• A no premium medical plan for employee only coverage
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending accounts

Survivor Benefits

Life insurance provides peace of mind for your family should the unexpected happen.

• Employer provided 2X your salary in life insurance
• Accidental Death and Disability insurance
• Voluntary life insurance for you, your spouse and your children

Income Protection

If you are unable to work due to illness or injury VRA provides several programs to protect your income at no cost to you.

• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Paid family medical leave

Retirement Plan

The VRA 401k plan helps you accumulate savings for retirement

• 401k with generous company match, immediate vesting (age and service requirement)
• Strong line up of professionally managed funds
• Safe-harbor plan design

Paid Time Off

Enjoy generous time off programs.

• Earn up to 3 weeks of paid time off in your first year of employment with opportunity to earn more
• 9 paid holidays a year
• Paid bereavement leave

Give Back Opportunities

VRA offers the opportunity to serve your community.

• Voluntary Time Off
• Matching charitable donations and leadership grants

Holistic Wellness

• Access to a variety of financial, physical, and mental wellness experts
• Employee Assistance Program with access to work / life wellness support including no cost unlimited telephonic counseling services
• Opportunities for leadership development, skill development and career advancement

Product Discount

Generous employee discount on Vera Bradley and Pura Vida products

Ancillary Benefits and Programs

Bonus opportunity, identity protection, legal services, pet insurance, cell phone discount, employee referral bonus, annual birthday gift, DailyPay, corporate fitness facility

Equal Opportunity Employer / Vets / Disabled

Vera Bradley is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer.

Vera Bradley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

For more information, please click the following links :

Vera Bradley's Equal Employment and Affirmative Action Policy

Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (in English)

Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (in Spanish)

Pay Transparency (in English)

Pay Transparency (in Spanish)

E-Verify Participation Poster

Right to Work Poster (English)

Right to Work Poster (Spanish)

California Privacy Notice

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Our intention is to fill this opening within 30 days of the original posting date and applications will be accepted on an on-going basis until the position is filled.

Last updated : 2024-10-11