Assistant Store Manager, Georgetown at Away

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Away Logo
$55,000 – $60,000Compensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, TravelIndustries

Requirements

  • Elevated customer service and managerial experience, preferably at a scaling company within the retail industry
  • Precise attention to detail and an entrepreneurial mindset
  • Proven leader and great collaborator who uses business acumen to effectively drive results
  • Fosters learning, develops people, and aligns the team around a path to achieve the company’s vision
  • Excellent communicator who uses coaching and feedback to develop team members
  • Reliable, effective, and takes accountability for the success of the business
  • Solution oriented; resourceful with commitment to following through
  • Ability to pull, push, lift, and carry up to 25 pounds throughout the duration of a work shift
  • Ability to stand/be on feet for extended periods of time throughout the duration of a work shift
  • Ability to bend, squat, twist, and reach as needed throughout the duration of a work shift
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

  • Motivate your team to promote best-in-class, exceptional customer service to every person, every time
  • Embody our brand standards and core values by reinforcing high expectations, prioritizing accordingly, and taking accountability for your results
  • Assist with onboarding new hires ensuring their training enables them to meet KPI goals and customer experience standards
  • Coach and evaluate team members, ensuring a positive feedback loop is maintained to further foster brand growth and professional development
  • Retain and develop a team of retail associates, growing them into our next generation of retail leaders
  • Lead and support all store operations to make sure the store hits financial objectives and remains compliant with all operational expectations
  • Meet individual KPI expectations and sales goals, while also supporting overall store success
  • Use company tools and tactics to take accountability for the success of the business, assuming responsibility without prompting
  • Partner with store management to assist with marketing events and programming at the store

Skills

Customer Service
Team Leadership
Employee Onboarding
Performance Coaching
KPI Management
Retail Operations
Sales Training
Brand Standards
Scheduling

Away

Designs and sells high-quality luggage

About Away

Away designs and sells high-quality luggage and travel accessories aimed at modern travelers who appreciate both functionality and style. Their products include suitcases, bags, and various travel accessories that are practical yet aesthetically pleasing. Away operates on a direct-to-consumer model, selling products through their website and physical stores in major cities, which allows them to control the customer experience and offer competitive prices. They provide a 100-day trial period, free shipping, and returns to enhance customer satisfaction. Away has expanded its reach to several countries and also targets corporate clients through a gifting program. The company's goal is to transform the travel goods market by combining style and functionality while maintaining a strong focus on customer service.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$210.1MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Consumer GoodsIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
401(k) with a company match
Flexible spending, health savings & commuter benefits
PTO
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-term disability
Product stipends and recognition awards

Risks

Departure of key executive Mark Chou may impact leadership stability.
Competitors launching TSA-compliant products could erode Away's niche market advantage.
Significant discounts may impact perceived brand value and pricing strategy.

Differentiation

Away offers a 100-day trial period, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Direct-to-consumer model allows Away to maintain control over customer experience.
Away's products combine functionality and style, transforming luggage into a statement piece.

Upsides

Away recognized as one of Fast Company's 'World's Most Innovative Companies'.
Growth in corporate gifting market expands Away's market reach.
Increased demand for compact and lightweight luggage benefits Away's product offerings.

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