Assistant Store Manager – University Stores

Assistant Store Manager – University Stores

University Store – Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh – (24008656)

Our University Stores team consists of four retail locations as well as an in-house buying, planning, and merchandising team. The University Store on Fifth is the official on-campus retailer for students, faculty, and staff, stocking a large range of items from tech to school supplies to books. The Pitt Shop is a Panther fan’s one stop retail location, carrying all major apparel brands and accessories for the tiniest fans to our esteemed alumni. Maggie & Stella’s Cards & Gifts, named after Pitt’s first full-time female students, carries an array of gifts ranging from simple to elegant high-end merchandise. 

For more information about the Office of Business, Hospitality and Auxiliary Services, please visit our website at bhas.pitt.edu and check us out on social media!

LinkedIn: @BHASPitt

Job Summary

Supervises team, manages training and scheduling, and ensures compliance with policies and procedures. Enforces safety and security processes and practices and ensures store is properly stocked. Resolves customer inquiries and issues. Opens and closes store and assists with store management and buying responsibilities.

Essential Functions The University of Pittsburgh’s Business, Hospitality, and Auxiliary Services is seeking a qualified Assistant Manager for the University Stores. The primary location will be the University Store on Fifth and Maggie & Stella’s cards and gift shop. Duties of the incumbent include but are not limited to

• Supervision of Shift Leads
• Assisting customers
• Scheduling staff and student employees
• Opening and closing the store
• Loss prevention
• Managing and enhancing University Stores’ systems
• Serves as the acting manager in the absence of the University Store Manager

Required to work evenings, weekends, holiday hours, winter recess, and additional overtime are required. Other duties and special projects as assigned. 

Physical Effort Sitting, standing and walking. May require occasional lifting and moving of merchandise or display fixture.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Supervisor – Retail Operations

Job Family Sales & Retail

Job Sub-Family Retail

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification Preferred Baccalaureate with 2-3 years of experience, as well as 2 years of proven experience in retail management.

Work Schedule Flexible schedule Monday-Sunday (8am-7pm). Weekends and holidays, including recess are required.

Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered No

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents Not Applicable

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