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Retail Assistant Store Manager

Skechers · Chicago, IL · $21.49–$22.80 an hour · Part time

Posted Oct 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you helped drive a store's sales performance. What did you change?

What they are checking: Whether they can point to specific actions that moved results, not just effort.

Tell me about someone you trained who grew into a stronger role.

What they are checking: Whether they invest in developing people, which is how stores build future leaders.

How do you support the store manager's decisions when you disagree with them?

What they are checking: Whether they voice concerns privately and still present a united front to the team.

What would you do

The store is behind its sales goal halfway through the day. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they react with quick, practical moves like coaching, zoning and add-on focus.

An associate is often late and it is affecting coverage. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they address issues directly, document them, and work with the store manager on next steps.

You are the only manager on duty and a customer complaint is escalating. Walk me through it.

What they are checking: Whether they can resolve conflict calmly and use judgment within company policy.

How would you plan staffing for a back-to-school weekend?

What they are checking: Whether they think ahead about traffic peaks, breaks and stock to meet demand.

About the work

How do you set up a shift so every associate knows their goal and role?

What they are checking: Whether they can run daily performance with clear expectations and follow-up.

Walk me through how you manage inventory, including receiving shipments and keeping stockroom counts accurate.

What they are checking: Whether they understand how inventory mistakes lead to lost sales and shrink.

How do you keep visual merchandising standards consistent when the store is busy?

What they are checking: Whether they treat presentation as part of selling and hold the team to it under pressure.

What do you watch for to prevent theft and loss in a shoe store?

What they are checking: Whether they understand basic loss prevention practices that protect store profitability.

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The full job description

As published by Skechers.

WHO WE ARE: Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company®—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand. ABOUT THE ROLE: The Assistant Store Manager position is critical to our success, providing support to the Management Team in all areas of operations management and team leadership. You’ll drive the store’s daily performance, inspire a team of employees, and ensure seamless customer service delivery. By managing inventory, enhancing visual merchandising, and executing strategic sales management initiatives, you’ll directly contribute to the store’s profitability and overall success. COMPENSATION RATE: STARTING RATE: $21.49 HOURLY RANGE : $21.49 -$22.80 BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS AS AN ASSISTANT MANAGER: • Competitive pay with regular pay increases • Generous discounts on Skechers footwear, apparel, and accessories (including exclusive days for Friends and Family!) • Additional Benefits & Perks to be reviewed during the interview process. • Opportunities for career advancement within Skechers global network. WHAT YOU WILL DO: • Team Leadership : Mentor, coach, and motivate employees to achieve sales management goals, deliver outstanding customer service, and foster a positive work environment. • Visual Merchandising : Act as a brand ambassador by ensuring product displays and store layouts meet Skechers' high standards for style and innovation. • Inventory Management : Monitor stock levels, manage restocking processes, and organize the sales floor to create a seamless shopping experience. • Operations Management : Oversee store systems, including scheduling, opening/closing procedures, and operational processes. Support peak store operations by occasionally lifting and moving boxes (up to 50 lbs.) • Sales Management : Drive revenue growth by implementing performance strategies, setting expectations, and exceeding sales goals. • Problem-Solving : Proactively address operational challenges and resolve customer concerns to maintain satisfaction. WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU: • Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed. • Strong organizational skills to manage inventory and operational tasks effectively. • Experience in sales management, delivering results, and meeting targets. • An ability to create a respectful, inclusive, and safe work environment for employees and customers. • Exceptional team leadership and communication skills to foster collaboration and success. • Acts with a sense of confidentiality and urgency. REQUIREMENTS: • High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required. • Retail, restaurant, or hospitality leadership experience is preferred but not required. • Sales skills to drive revenue growth and meet targets • Excellent communication skills in written, verbal and interpersonal skills • Must be at least 18 years of age at time of application. Step into your next retail career with Skechers! About Skechers Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations. Equal Employment Opportunity Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law. Reasonable Accommodation Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.

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