pThe Assistant in Training (AIT) and Assistant Manager position’s primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement, "to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests." Additionally, AIT and Assistant Managers perform a variety of sales, merchandising and operational tasks assigned by store management (e.g. cashiering, merchandise display and pulls, register procedures, and routine cleaning of facilities). Work directly with the Store Manager and Leadership Team to develop sales, recruit new Teammates and provide leadership. The AIT and Assistant Manager will also share responsibility for training and motivating Teammates and act as the Store Manager in their absence. The Assistant Manager Position is a progression from the AIT position and therefore includes additional high level duties that are specific to that position, though the majority of job duties and responsibilities are shared. /ph3Essential Duties and Responsibilities /h3pThis description intends to describe the general nature and level of work performed by Teammates assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties, responsibilities and qualifications. 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. /ph3Sales Generation and Guest Service /h3ulliGreet Guests with a friendly, engaging attitude, and is consistently prepared to provide legendary service to each Guest /liliEager and assertive to answer questions regarding the store and its merchandise /liliRecommend, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on Guest needs and desires /liliAnticipate and fulfill Guest’s needs by suggesting additional items and creating a wardrobing experience /liliDemonstrate product utilizing product knowledge and sales education, consistently sharing that knowledge and education with Team /liliMaintain and share knowledge of current sales and promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices /liliRemain consistent on personal sales, as well as looking for opportunities to impact Teammates’ presentations with the Sales Presentation Guide (SPG) /liliAchieve personal sales-per-hour, average sales and total net sales goals set by Store Management /liliProvide legendary service throughout the store in these top four areas: Front 5, sales floor, fitting rooms, and the register area /liliKnowledgeable of all exchange and return procedures for Guests and exhibit the ability to turn into a showmanship opportunity /liliFill out and effectively use the Sales Presentation Guide (SPG) daily to accomplish goals /liliMeets or above performance standards in all Buckle business builders and guest loyalty including fit appointments, Buckle credit card and guest connect. /liliInvestigate and navigate how to expand Guest selection through inventory Manager, advanced product search, iPad apps, etc. /liliMaintain and build good Guest relationships to develop a client based business /liliLead by example with a high level of showmanship, excellent customer service and attentiveness /liliRecognize and communicate Guest Levels with the Team /liliPassion to ask business driven and showmanship questions often to Manager, Team Leaders and all Teammates /liliCoachable; consistently welcomes feedback from Manager to improve sales presentations /liliConsistently perform leadership actions and maintain high standards, whether or not the Manager is present /liliPlan sales goals with Store Manager /liliDemonstrate ownership of store’s sales performance (Sales, Average sale, Business builders, Denim) /liliPassion for product education and showmanship to create results /li /ulh3Teammate Recruiting, Training and Development /h3ulliConsistently recognize recruiting opportunities by utilizing Jobs Careers cards, email referrals and Teammate Recommend /liliCoach and create relationships through Guest Loyalty and Guest Preferred /liliDevelop skills and assist in leading, directing, motivating and educating new Teammates to meet and achieve Buckle’s accountability, shift orientation,



Loss Prevention and sales presentation standards on a daily basis /liliMaintain a positive attitude at all times creating a positive floor culture /liliDemonstrate personal dress code to encourage and coach the latest fashion in all Teammates and Team Leaders /liliParticipate effectively in daily setup, training, impacting and reviewing while effectively utilizing the Performance Tracker /liliMotivate Teammates to initiate and complete daily tasks set by Store Management /liliPersonal passion to demonstrate, coach, and influence results of denim showmanship and denim fit cards through Teammates and Guests /liliCreate and develop results in your department and balance all DM actions within your segment as well as completing the mid-week check in /liliExecute actions from department calendars and track on the Weekly Delegation Worksheet /liliDemonstrate how to get the Guest involved with product /liliBe vocal and continuously update fellow leader and Team /liliResponsible for asking for and remembering Guest names /liliAbility to effectively understand and show the merchandise of both the Gals and Guys’ sides to agevolazioni the Team and Guests /liliPartner with Store Manager to pick store’s education focus and help delegate and implement focus all week /liliHelp execute all segments to support business goals. /liliAssist Store Manager in Recruitment of all store staffing needs /liliUnderstand how to explain pay and Buckle Benefits /liliResponsible for keeping up to date with contact list and adding top talent on the team consistently /liliExecution/training on Leadership playbook /liliAccountability of all characteristic pieces /liliResponsible for training and coaching with manager on all non-sales positions /liliAssertive to execute actions with constantly changing sales focuses /liliAbility to identify and follow through on all Teammate training needs /liliOwn and influence product through zone ownership, exhibiting the ability to recognize and assign Zones and projects to Teammates daily with a specific learning goal in mind /liliAbility to execute and demonstrate all new tools and videos that apply to zone ownership and take initiative in knowing and executing zone ownership questions /liliPartner with Store Manager to delegate, demonstrate, and review all 4 zones /liliConfirm Teammates are following through with Visual Standards, Visual library and Weekly Visual Checklist throughout their shift with a sense of urgency and accountability /liliShow aptitude in recognizing merchandising opportunities from freight to floor and life cycle of product, communicating recommendations and solutions to Store Manager /liliGive informational and influential store tours /liliEnsure sales floor is consistently sized and new freight is appropriately displayed /liliExhibit ability to create changes to improve store’s overall performance via Performance Tracker /liliAbility to foresee and anticipate changes in product and act independently to improve overall visual results /liliResponsible for visual standards on floor and backroom /li /ulh3Operations /h3ulliAbility to work a flexible schedule, which may include mornings, evenings, and weekends, and the day of/day after Thanksgiving and Christmas, based upon store and business needs /liliUnderstand and utilize planner including completion of Opening and Closing Checklists /liliWatch for and recognize security risks and thefts, and know how to prevent or handle these situations /liliFollow all Loss Prevention guidelines, including daily bag and purse checks /liliAbility to execute and teach all Point of Sale ("POS") procedures /liliAppropriately handle calls from Corporate Office /liliMaintain positive attitude when dealing with challenging situations that involve Guests or Teammates /liliUnderstand and execute all policies regarding payments, returns, exchanges and Loss Prevention practices /liliAbility to navigate and execute all tools on the home page /liliKnowledge and ability to give guidance and feedback to all non-sales positions /liliComplete all scheduled shifts and cover shifts when needed /liliConsistently maintain a clean,



organized and shoppable store to fulfill Buckle’s mission statement /liliProvide feedback to Store Manager and Leadership Team regarding merchandise handling concerns /liliCommunicate any policy violations and Teammate or Guest concerns to Store Manager, District Manager, and/or Human Resources in a timely, confidential manner /liliUnderstand and apply the Buckle’s Code of Ethics and all policies, procedures, and handbooks /liliOther duties as assigned /liliInsure all New Hire paperwork and tasks are promptly and accurately completed based on Human Resources guidelines and Legal policies /liliPlanning (week/month/year) /liliExecutes and trains others on opening/closing checklist /liliComplete Markdowns, Pulls, inbound/outbound freight, recalls, Return to Vendors (RTVs) /liliEstablish relationships and excellent communication with Corporate Office Departments to assist Store Manager in effective operation of the store /liliMonitor and maintain adequate inventory of supplies /liliImmediately handle emergencies in Store Manager’s absence, in accordance with Company guidelines /li /ulh3Supervisory and Leadership /h3ulliComfortable in in giving and receiving feedback from peers and Management /liliSupportive of Leadership /liliPromote personal and store growth /liliDemonstrate and maintain a professional, mature and stable relationship with all Teammates /liliExecute daily interviews as needed to support Team Development and growth /liliOvercome objections and problem solve /liliMotivated to self-educate themselves on all company tools (videos, pieces, books) and ability to share this information with others /liliUnderstand and administer Buckle Commitment to Success /liliAbility to travel and cover other Stores within District based on business needs /liliHandle all schedule changes in a positive and professional manner /liliFulfill mission statement by performing job duties with a high level of customer service while contributing to a positive team spirit. /liliSpecial projects and other duties as assigned. /li /ulh3Supervisory Responsibilities /h3pAssists the Store Manager in supervising. /ph3Full-time Benefits Available (after applicable waiting period): /h3ulliInsurance /liliSpending and Savings Accounts /liliPaid Time Off /lili401(k) Retirement Plan /liliPerformance Bonuses /liliLeave Options /liliEmployee Assistance Program /li /ulh3Education and/or Experience /h3pHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related retail experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. /ph3Physical Demands /h3pThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. /ppWhile performing the duties of this Job, the Teammate is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and jump; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The Teammate is occasionally required to sit. Physical ability to lift and maneuver 50lbs throughout the store and backroom. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. /ppWhile performing the duties of this job, the Teammate regularly works in a retail store setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. /ph3Equal Opportunity Employer /h3pThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. /ppBuckle is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified Teammates from the available workforce in the communities we serve. /ppEqual employment opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Buckle, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination and retaliation because of veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, national origin or ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable local, state, or federal law. For state specific information, refer to the Teammate Center. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Assistant in Training (Lequio Tanaro)
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