About the role
Under general guidance and with limited supervision, the Assistant Store Leader assists in the leadership of store operations including building a successful team, developing customer loyalty, driving for results, and achieving goals set for the store. As needed to achieve success, an Assistant Store Leader is responsible for motivating sales teams, managing the day-to-day operations of the store, maintaining up to date promotional material and hiring/training new staff. This position supervises others including Senior Guest Advisors, Guest Advisors, and Seasonal Associates. Assistant Store Leaders will always act in accordance with GameStop’s policies, practices, and core values.
The ideal candidate must have a strong focus on customer satisfaction and meeting monthly sales goals, be an excellent communicator and demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in motivating the sales team to meet sales objectives and loss prevention goals by training and mentoring staff
- Assist in hiring, training, and overseeing new store staff
- Assist in coaching and counseling associates; monitoring and reviewing sales results
- Assist in leading associates to drive a selling culture that maximizes store profitability
- Deliver excellent service to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
- Resolve customer concerns and complaints in a timely and professional manner
- Ensure that visual and operational elements are consistent with company standards
- Protect company assets through effective inventory control and loss prevention practices
QUALIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- Must be at least 18 years of age*
- High school diploma required; An Associate’s or accredited Bachelor’s degree preferred
- One or more years of experience working in a retail sales environment, ideally in a leadership role
MINIMUM JOB SKILLS and ABILITIES
- Ability to lead in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
- Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work a rotating schedule, including nights and weekends
- Ability to follow instructions presented in written, oral or diagram form
- Ability to communicate effectively with others using spoken and written English; ability to speak and/or write in other languages a plus
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to work alone, move throughout the store unassisted and stand for extended periods of time (8 hours or more per day)
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds
- Walk, use hands and fingers to handle small objects or controls, reach and stretch with hands and arms, balance, bend, stoop, reach with arms and hands, kneel and crawl, talk and hear, and climb on ladders
- Must be able to occasionally travel unassisted via car
- Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, the ability to look at the computer screen for extended periods of time and the ability to adjust focus
GameStop and its affiliated businesses reserve the right to change job descriptions at any time based on business conditions/needs, which includes expanding this job’s responsibilities and assigning additional duties consistent with the position’s purpose. GameStop will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would cause an undue hardship.
*Unless prohibited by applicable law
The following information is applicable to Colorado only, in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Sales positions available in GameStop's Fort Carson store are eligible to earn compensation ranges outlined below, depending on factors such as experience, seniority, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law.
- Sales Associates - Between $12.50/hour and $13.50/hour
- Shift Leads - Between $13.00/hour and $15.00/hour
- Assistant Store Manager - Between $14.00/hour and $18.00/hour
- Seasonal Sales Associates (when available) - $12.50/hour
Full-time store positions at GameStop are also eligible to participant in incentive programs, health benefits, paid time off, 401(k) with company matching contributions, educational assistance, employee discount and a casual work environment. Positions at GameStop may also be eligible for a bonus and/or other incentives.
Aplyr's read
GameStop is a retail giant in the gaming industry, employing individuals passionate about video games and customer service.
What's promising
- •GameStop's strong brand recognition attracts gaming enthusiasts and collectors.
- •Recent diversification into digital and e-commerce shows adaptability.
- •Opportunities for advancement in retail management roles are frequent.
What to watch
- •GameStop faces intense competition from digital distribution platforms.
- •The retail sector's volatility impacts job stability.
- •Store closures have been a concern in recent years.
Why GameStop
- •GameStop's trade-in program offers a unique value proposition for gamers.
- •The company has a niche focus on gaming and related merchandise.
- •GameStop's physical stores provide a community hub for gamers.
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About GameStop
GameStop is a retail company that specializes in video games, consumer electronics, and gaming merchandise. It operates a chain of stores that sell new and used video games, consoles, and accessories.