Dallas, West Village, Assistant Studio Manager

Studs is an experiential retail and e-commerce brand that has re-imagined the ear piercing experience by offering consultative and expert needle piercing services, combined with a wide assortment of accessibly priced, on-trend earrings.

Based in the Dallas West Village location, the Assistant Studio Manager will report to the Studio Manager. You will be responsible for executing Studio operations while providing an amazing experience to Studs' clients.

Hourly Rate: $29.25/hour

Key Responsibilities:

REVENUE

Financial Acumen

• Develops the team's understanding of key business metrics and reporting
• Analyzes business reporting to identify opportunities in key business metrics and communicates them effectively
• Partners with the Studio Manager to execute sales strategies and align the Studio team to continually improve key business metrics to achieve sales plan

Drives Results

• Maintains an active sales floor presence in service to the clients and team
• Creates a performance-oriented culture by setting clear expectations and targets for Studio team
• Actions against Studio's reviews and customer satisfaction surveys

Customer Focus

• Serves as a brand ambassador: welcomes and educates clients to the unique Studs' piercing and shopping experience through our selling cycle
• Escalates client feedback to improve the overall Studio experience
• Implements ands trains to service recovery best practices

OPERATIONS

Optimizes Work Processes

• Monitors, tracks, and communicates operational trends to the Studio Manager and collaborates on solutions
• Oversees operations for the Studio including inventory management (transfers, adjustments, and cycle counts), cash management, and supply ordering
• Assumes all Studio Manager responsibilities in their absence

Decision Quality

• Makes sound decisions, even in the absence of the Studio Manager
• Understands when to take action and when to escalate to the Studio Manager
• Balances analysis, experience, and integrity when making decisions for the overall business

Ensures Accountability

• Holds themselves and the team accountable to meet directive execution dates
• Provides training to the Studio team on operational policy and procedures
• Acts with a clear sense of ownership over the studio's operational responsibilities

TALENT

Builds and Develops Effective Teams

• Fosters a sense of belonging and strong team morale through trust and collaboration
• Leads by example and models behavior for the Studio team
• Partners with the Studio Manager in recruiting a diverse Studio team

Integrity

• Admits mistakes and is not afraid to escalate when help is needed
• Prioritizes Studio compliance and ensures the team is accountable to company policies and standard operating procedures
• Lives out our Core Values

People Centric

• Collaborates with the Studio Manager on new training initiatives needed to grow the team
• Shows consistency by providing best in class service to everyone in the Studio
• Provides prompt coaching and feedback with clear actionables

Requirements:

• 1 year of comparable Retail Management experience; experience with jewelry, piercing, or hospitality is a plus
• Must be able to handle chemicals safely
• Comfortable standing for extended periods of time up to 8+ hours
• 40 hours per week, you must be available for five shifts (Monday-Wednesday, Saturday-Sunday)
• Driven, creative problem solver that consistently acts with integrity and speaks up
• Able to lift, carry, and move at least 20 lbs
• Owner's mindset, with the ability to approach feedback and problems with a positive attitude.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k and monthly lifestyle reimbursement
• Exclusive employee piercing and jewelry discounts (plus discounts for friends and family)
• Three months of paid Parental Leave (biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible)
• 15 days accrued Paid Time Off, 7 days accrued Sick Time, and 2 Paid Holidays, with additional opportunity to earn time and a half for working Federal Holidays
• Learning and development opportunities to support development and foster an inclusive culture
• A paid sabbatical after four years of full-time service

Studs, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as natural hair, hair texture, and protective and treated or untreated hairstyles), color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership/union status, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic predisposition, genetic information, reproductive health decision, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, alienage or citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province or local law. We comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which we operate. If you require an accommodation for the application process, please e-mail [email protected].

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