Assistant Manager

Calgary, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 8, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager in overseeing daily retail operations, driving sales performance, and ensuring exceptional customer service. They are responsible for team leadership, effective merchandising, and maintaining operational standards to foster a positive store environment.

Job details

Position: Assistant Store Manager Report To: Store Manager Job Description When you walk into a Lammle’s store, you’re welcomed with genuine Western hospitality that makes you feel like part of the family. You live and breathe the Western lifestyle and genuinely enjoy it. Your ability to build relationships comes naturally, whether its helping customers find the perfect pair of cowboy boots or creating a memorable experience. You are motivated by achieving results, exceeding business objectives and goals, and delivering exceptional customer service in a retail environment. As a leader, you foster an environment that inspires and develops your team, creating high performers. You thrive in a fast-paced setting, balancing multiple priorities with confidence and energy. Most importantly, you’re passionate about every customer and team member’s experience, delivering the authentic hospitality, expertise, and sense of community that define the Lammle’s Experience. Taking the reins as a Lammle’s Assistant Store Manager: Customer First * Deliver exceptional customer service that reflects the Lammle’s Experience in every interaction * Lead by example on the sales floor, fostering genuine customer relationships and driving sales performance * Create a welcoming retail environment where customers feel valued, understood, and connected to the Western lifestyle * Work with store manager to actively support company initiatives and promotions, follow company visual standards, and identify opportunities to enhance the customer experience Operational Excellence * Support in leading day-to-day retail operations, with a focus on efficiency, consistency, and accountability * Execute company policies, programs, and operational standards with integrity and excellence * Maintain inventory accuracy and compliance standards * Ensure the store is clean, organized, and always aligned with health and safety practices * Assist in training store staff in alignment with Lammle's mission and values Merchandise Mindset * Use impactful merchandising and visual presentation to bring the Lammle’s vision to life * Drive seasonal merchandising strategies, promotions, and product placement initiatives * Support in the coaching and training of the team on product knowledge, merchandising standards, and selling techniques; aligning with the Store Manager * Ensure store displays, storefronts, and promotional presentations align with company standards and brand image * Identify opportunities to maximize sales through strategic merchandising and product placement * Demonstrate a genuine passion for Western wear and strong product knowledge People Focused * Be a champion of Lammle’s mission, values, and performance culture in all that you do * Assist in building and retaining top talent to build a high-performing and engaged team * Inspire, coach, and mentor team members * Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountable work culture built on trust and respect * Maintain open, honest, and transparent communication with employees and partners across the organization Skills: * Engage, inspire, empower and motivate high performers and a success full team * Strong personal skills, outgoing and able to communicate with co-workers and customers * Sales and customer service orientated, ability to identify opportunities and problem solve * Critical thinking skills, proactive and innovative * Ability to participate and lead special events at a store level, in collaboration with business and community partners * Self-motivated, having an ownership mentality and a can-do approach. Qualifications: * 2-3 years of retail management experience, preferable in a high-volume retail environment * Passion for Western wear, culture, and Tack Experience, is an asset * Flexibility including evenings, and weekends Why you should Saddle Up with Lammle’s: * Competitive compensation package * Health and Wellness Benefits * Earned Vacation * Company paid holidays * Generous Employee Discount * Growth opportunities Working Conditions * Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during shifts of up to 8 hours * Ability to lift, carry, and move merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds * Comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have 2-3 years of retail management experience, preferably in a high-volume environment. A passion for Western wear and the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, are required.