AKIRA
Assistant Store Manager - Woodfield Mall
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Assistant Store Manager - Woodfield Mall
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AKIRA
AKIRA
opened its first women's clothing boutique in Chicago in 2002 and now operates 35+ stores across the United States, along with a thriving eCommerce business (shopAKIRA.com). The company’s culture is built on fanatical, obsessive attention to the consumer’s needs and desires. All employees act and think like owners.
The Position Assistant Store Manager
Overview AKIRA Assistant Store Managers are fanatical salespeople driven by goals, dedicated to servant leadership, and focused on ensuring customers are styled by experts. They recruit and develop top-tier talent, lead through example, and adopt an ownership mindset to exceed both personal and store objectives.
Essential Functions
Assisting the store management with recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding exceptional employees.
Supporting the training, mentoring, and retention of talent to encourage growth and success.
Helping to cultivate and maintain a positive and energized store atmosphere.
Contributing to the selling culture by promoting AKIRA's 5 Steps of Selling.
Providing constructive feedback to team members, both in real-time and through written communication.
Motivating and encouraging employees to achieve their best performance.
Assisting in maintaining seamless store operations and ensuring visual presentation meets AKIRA standards.
Supporting the enforcement of AKIRA policies with consistency and professionalism.
Striving to exceed individual sales goals with enthusiasm and dedication.
Contributing to the store's daily, weekly, and monthly sales goals to drive success.
Leading by example to reflect and promote AKIRA's culture and Code of Conduct through our 4 Principles.
Qualifications
A minimum of 1‑year experience in a retail environment, with some management exposure.
A genuine passion for fashion and a strong interest in current trends.
A diligent work ethic with a focus on achieving team and personal goals.
Strong leadership potential with the ability to motivate and guide a team.
Excellent communication and organizational skills to support store operations.
High energy and the ability to act with urgency when needed.
Ability to support and assist in supervising, motivating, and guiding employees.
Flexibility and openness to new ideas and adapting to change.
Solid understanding of visual merchandising and delivering exceptional customer service.
Knowledge of store operations, including inventory control and loss prevention procedures.
Ability to contribute to a dynamic, fast‑paced environment with a hands‑on approach.
Collaborative attitude, building strong relationships with team members and managers.
Physical Requirements
Move product, supplies and/or boxes repetitively; ability to push, pull, lift a maximum of 50 lbs. based on needs of the role.
Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time, including a 10‑12 hour shift.
Diversity & Inclusion At AKIRA, we believe that treating everyone in a first‑class manner is essential to fostering an inclusive environment that reflects our values and community. We continuously strive to cultivate a workplace where employees feel a sense of belonging and can contribute to a culture that values differences, ideas, and experiences.
Benefits and Perks AKIRA offers competitive benefits for full‑time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and employee discount. We are committed to encouraging internal development and providing significant career enrichment opportunities.
At AKIRA we highly value passion, strong work ethic, and the ability to drive results while contributing to a dynamic culture.
Job Type Full Time
Compensation: $40,000 - $60,000 annually, with additional compensation and benefits discussed during the hiring process.
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Assistant Store Manager - Woodfield Mall
role at
AKIRA
AKIRA
opened its first women's clothing boutique in Chicago in 2002 and now operates 35+ stores across the United States, along with a thriving eCommerce business (shopAKIRA.com). The company’s culture is built on fanatical, obsessive attention to the consumer’s needs and desires. All employees act and think like owners.
The Position Assistant Store Manager
Overview AKIRA Assistant Store Managers are fanatical salespeople driven by goals, dedicated to servant leadership, and focused on ensuring customers are styled by experts. They recruit and develop top-tier talent, lead through example, and adopt an ownership mindset to exceed both personal and store objectives.
Essential Functions
Assisting the store management with recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding exceptional employees.
Supporting the training, mentoring, and retention of talent to encourage growth and success.
Helping to cultivate and maintain a positive and energized store atmosphere.
Contributing to the selling culture by promoting AKIRA's 5 Steps of Selling.
Providing constructive feedback to team members, both in real-time and through written communication.
Motivating and encouraging employees to achieve their best performance.
Assisting in maintaining seamless store operations and ensuring visual presentation meets AKIRA standards.
Supporting the enforcement of AKIRA policies with consistency and professionalism.
Striving to exceed individual sales goals with enthusiasm and dedication.
Contributing to the store's daily, weekly, and monthly sales goals to drive success.
Leading by example to reflect and promote AKIRA's culture and Code of Conduct through our 4 Principles.
Qualifications
A minimum of 1‑year experience in a retail environment, with some management exposure.
A genuine passion for fashion and a strong interest in current trends.
A diligent work ethic with a focus on achieving team and personal goals.
Strong leadership potential with the ability to motivate and guide a team.
Excellent communication and organizational skills to support store operations.
High energy and the ability to act with urgency when needed.
Ability to support and assist in supervising, motivating, and guiding employees.
Flexibility and openness to new ideas and adapting to change.
Solid understanding of visual merchandising and delivering exceptional customer service.
Knowledge of store operations, including inventory control and loss prevention procedures.
Ability to contribute to a dynamic, fast‑paced environment with a hands‑on approach.
Collaborative attitude, building strong relationships with team members and managers.
Physical Requirements
Move product, supplies and/or boxes repetitively; ability to push, pull, lift a maximum of 50 lbs. based on needs of the role.
Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time, including a 10‑12 hour shift.
Diversity & Inclusion At AKIRA, we believe that treating everyone in a first‑class manner is essential to fostering an inclusive environment that reflects our values and community. We continuously strive to cultivate a workplace where employees feel a sense of belonging and can contribute to a culture that values differences, ideas, and experiences.
Benefits and Perks AKIRA offers competitive benefits for full‑time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and employee discount. We are committed to encouraging internal development and providing significant career enrichment opportunities.
At AKIRA we highly value passion, strong work ethic, and the ability to drive results while contributing to a dynamic culture.
Job Type Full Time
Compensation: $40,000 - $60,000 annually, with additional compensation and benefits discussed during the hiring process.
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