Assistant Manager

Express
Bartlett, IL

Overview

About PHOENIX

P HOENIX Retail LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide.

About Express

Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern confident and effortless style whether dressing for work everyday or special occasions. Since its launch in 1980 the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern confident and effortless style. Express ensures you look and feel your best wherever life takes you. The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico the online store and the Express mobile app.

Store Name

Wolfchase Galleria

Responsibilities

Express is seeking an Assistant Manager to join our team .

The Assistant Manager a ssists the Store Manager in supervising the store operations recruiting management training and sales functions driving productivity complying with company policies and creating a great in-store shopping experience for our retail customers .

Key Responsibilities

  • Assists in developing inspiring and retaining top talent
  • Maintain a positive work environment which encourages an exceptionally high level of the store morale. Focusing on creating an environment built on team work and inspiring a one team mentality.
  • Coach teach and train Sales Associates for effective job performance.
  • Partner with the Store Manager to identify high performing Sales Associates to assist in their growth.
  • May assist in the hiring process for Sales Associates by participating in interview and providing feedback to the Store Manager.
  • Support the Store Managers analysis of the business and help to execute/communicate clear action plans that optimize results and ensure effective execution of all operational activities.
  • Assist in overseeing all aspects of daily store operations.
  • Execute action plans to optimize results.
  • Ensure sales floor coverage in order to meet customer expectations.
  • Oversee merchandise flow such as shipment replenishment and omnichannel operations throughout the store.
  • Maintain adherence to Company Policies and ensures the safety of associates and customers.
  • Manage the execution of the store strategy to achieve performance goals.
  • Optimize sales/operations opportunity by leading the associates consistently executes merchandising strategies operations loyalty programs and other company initiatives.
  • Support a stores environment focused on consistently delivering a great in-store experience.
  • Lead by example in creating a culture of proactive customer engagement to exceed our customers expectations.
  • Greet and assist all customers in a friendly manner shares information on product promotions and loyalty programs.
  • Resolve any customer complaints. Determines the source of issues and takes initiative to identify and resolve them.
  • Act as the customer experience leader; Accountable for results of the customer experience and creates action plans to improve performance.
  • Creates a positive in-store experience through visual standards
  • Other essential functions may occur as directed by your supervisor

Required Experience & Qualifications

  • Education: High School or Equivalent
  • Years of Experience: 1-3 of relevant job experience
  • Proficient in use of technology (iPad registers)
  • Demonstrates strong customer service skills
  • Meets defined availability criteria including nights weekends and non-business hours
  • Meets physical requirements

Critical Skills & Attributes

  • Previous retail experience preferred
  • Proven ability to drive sales results
  • Strong communication skills
  • Minimum of two years relevant experience
  • Prior sales management experience

Benefits and Compensation

PHOENIX offers a range of benefits to help protect full-time associates health and long-term financial security including:

  • Medical pharmacy dental and vision coverage
  • 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match
  • Merchandise discount
  • Paid Time Off
  • Parental leave for new moms and dads

For part-time associates PHOENIX is partnering with LIG Solutions to help associates obtain individual insurance coverage that best fits their needs and budget including major medical dental vision supplemental insurance life Insurance and more.

Additionally part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave public health emergency leave and to participate in the 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match.

Part-time associates are also eligible to receive an Express merchandise discount participate in our Learn & Earn incentive program and choose voluntary benefits through YouDecide.

Actual compensation offered is dependent upon a number of factors including but not limited to work location education relevant skills and experience of the candidate.

Closing

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An equal opportunity employer PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal state or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability please call 1- and say Associate Relations or send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Notification to Agencies : Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.

Required Experience:

Manager

Posted 2026-05-08

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