Employee Type: Regular If you are a CURRENT Carter's employee, you MUST apply through the Internal Career Link within the My Career & Performance app in Workday. Do not apply using the below external application. Carter's, Inc. is the leading branded marketer in North America of apparel exclusively for babies and young children. We own the Carter's and OshKosh B'gosh brands, which are widely recognized in the marketplace. Our products are available in top department stores, national chains, and specialty retailers both domestically and internationally. Additionally, we operate over 1,000 Company-owned stores across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and our products are available online. More information can be found at www.carters.com. As an Assistant Store Manager, you will be the first face of the brand for families, helping them celebrate milestones like welcoming a new baby, preparing for school, and navigating the parenting journey. We're seeking a passionate leader who can create an inviting environment, nurture team talents, and continually educate themselves and others about our product offerings. What we love about Carter's: Carter's Inc. is a trailblazer in the children's apparel market, providing quality from our well-known Original Bodysuit® to the fulfilling careers we offer. We maintain a close-knit culture and invest in our team through training and development. A career with Carter's fosters connections among customers, teams, and families, rooted in caring, teamwork, flexibility, and growth. Benefits we love: Flexible schedules that prioritize your work-life balance. A range of benefits including health coverage, mental health support, an employee discount, referral bonuses, and more! Education Advancement Program for tuition-free GED and bachelor's degree opportunities, plus English language courses. Generous paid time off, holidays, parental leave, and additional benefits like adoption assistance and charitable matching gifts. Opportunities for personal and professional growth, ensuring you can develop your career within the company. What you'll do: Manage staffing to ensure a genuine customer experience on the sales floor. Greet customers warmly and assist them in discovering our fantastic products. Create a positive, safe, and inclusive atmosphere for both employees and customers. Model exceptional service standards and coach team members for success. Analyze business operations and drive results by communicating Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to the team. Build customer loyalty through company-sponsored programs. Assist the Store Manager in recruiting, hiring, training, and developing a high-performing team. Recognize and reward outstanding performance while guiding team members as needed. Utilize company tools to plan and report on tasks and financial outcomes. Collaborate with the Store Manager on merchandising, promotions, and product placement strategies. Minimize loss through superior customer service and operational controls. Qualities we'd love in a candidate: A positive, solution-driven approach. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proven leadership, supervisory, and customer engagement experience. Competence in using technology and software tools (Outlook, Excel, etc.). At least 1 year of management experience in a retail or related setting. A high school diploma or GED. You can: Lift up to 40 pounds and engage in frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, and pulling. Stand or walk for prolonged periods; use ladders as necessary. Provide a flexible schedule that may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays, with at least two closing shifts weekly. Carter's for all: Carter's is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. NOTE: This job description is not exhaustive. Duties may change or be reassigned at management's discretion, and employees may be required to perform tasks not listed in the description. Carter's is committed to fostering a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.