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Music & Arts

Store Leader

Portland, OR · On-site

$19 - $26.25/hr

Promote the Music & Arts lesson program and assist teachers * Demonstrate outstanding customer ... stores, 200+ educational representatives, and 250+ affiliate locations. To join our band, you'll ...

Music & Arts

Store Leader

Portland, OR · On-site

$19 - $26.25/hr

Promote the Music & Arts lesson program and assist teachers * Demonstrate outstanding customer ... stores, 200+ educational representatives, and 250+ affiliate locations. To join our band, you'll ...

Music & Arts

Store Leader

Portland, OR · On-site

$19 - $26.25/hr

Promote the Music & Arts lesson program and assist teachers * Demonstrate outstanding customer ... stores, 200+ educational representatives, and 250+ affiliate locations. To join our band, you'll ...

Music & Arts

Store Leader

Portland, OR · On-site

$19 - $26.25/hr

Promote the Music & Arts lesson program and assist teachers * Demonstrate outstanding customer ... stores, 200+ educational representatives, and 250+ affiliate locations. To join our band, you'll ...

Stand Out For Good

Assistant Store Leader- Talent

Portland, OR · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

The Opportunity Our Talent Leader is empowered to do whatever it takes to create an exceptional and motivating guest experience in their store. They spearhead the recruitment of a diverse, passionate ...

Carhartt

Consumer Experience Leader (FT)

Portland, OR · On-site

$21.60 - $31.34/hr

Support the Store Leader and Assistant Store Leader with telling the Carhartt story at the retail store level by executing on consumer experience program initiatives, Visual Merchandising and Visual ...

Music & Arts

Music Store Leader

Portland, OR · On-site

Promote the Music & Arts lesson program and assist teachers * Demonstrate outstanding customer ... stores, 200+ educational representatives, and 250+ affiliate locations. To join our band, you'll ...

Music & Arts

Music Store Leader

Portland, OR · On-site

Promote the Music & Arts lesson program and assist teachers * Demonstrate outstanding customer ... stores, 200+ educational representatives, and 250+ affiliate locations. To join our band, you'll ...

Music & Arts

Music Store Leader

Portland, OR · On-site

Promote the Music & Arts lesson program and assist teachers * Demonstrate outstanding customer ... stores, 200+ educational representatives, and 250+ affiliate locations. To join our band, you'll ...

Music & Arts

Music Store Leader

Portland, OR · On-site

Promote the Music & Arts lesson program and assist teachers * Demonstrate outstanding customer ... stores, 200+ educational representatives, and 250+ affiliate locations. To join our band, you'll ...

Crateandbarrel

Team Leader, CB2, Sales

Portland, OR · On-site

Under the direction of the Assistant Store Leader, Design & Trade you lead your team to meet daily sales goals - and exceed customer expectations. With a constant eye on the salesfloor, you adjust ...

Ross Stores

Retail Assistant Store Manager

Portland, OR

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

Provide leadership and direction to store staff, including supervisors and associates. * Execute and support plans to enhance employee productivity and performance. * Assist the Store Manager in ...

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How much do store leader assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for store leader assistant in Portland, OR is $18.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.30 and $19.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a store leader assistant?

Store Leader Assistants are professionals who support the Store Leader or Store Manager in overseeing daily operations within a retail store. Their responsibilities typically include supervising staff, assisting with inventory management, handling customer service issues, and ensuring that store policies and procedures are followed. They often help with scheduling, training new employees, and maintaining a clean and organized store environment. By working closely with the Store Leader, they help ensure the store runs smoothly and achieves its sales and customer service goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a store leader assistant?

To thrive as a Store Leader Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, retail operations knowledge, and experience in inventory management, usually supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, scheduling software, and basic Microsoft Office applications is commonly required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and leadership potential help you support both staff and customers effectively. These skills enable efficient store operations, customer satisfaction, and smooth team collaboration, which are vital for retail success.

What are the main challenges store leader assistants face when supporting daily store operations?

Store Leader Assistants often juggle multiple responsibilities, including managing staff schedules, ensuring inventory accuracy, and maintaining high customer service standards. A common challenge is balancing administrative tasks with hands-on support on the sales floor, especially during peak hours. Effective communication with both team members and customers is crucial, as is adapting quickly to unexpected issues such as staffing shortages or supply delays. Successful Store Leader Assistants are proactive problem solvers who can prioritize tasks while keeping the store running smoothly.

What is the difference between Store Leader Assistant vs Store Supervisor?

AspectStore Leader AssistantStore Supervisor
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer retail experienceHigh school diploma; retail or supervisory experience often preferred
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, assisting store leadership in daily operationsRetail stores, overseeing staff and daily store functions
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used in retail chains, assisting store managersUsed across retail, hospitality, and service industries for team oversight
Comparison Search IntentPeople looking to understand entry-level leadership roles in retailIndividuals exploring supervisory roles in retail environments

The Store Leader Assistant typically supports store management with daily operations and may require basic retail experience. The Store Supervisor often has more responsibility for overseeing staff and ensuring store performance. While both roles are integral to retail management, the Store Leader Assistant is usually an entry-level position, whereas the Store Supervisor has a more direct leadership role.

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Assistant Store Leader- Operations

Stand Out For Good

Portland, OR • On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

218 - Washington Square - Portland, OR
Who Are We?
Altar'd State is a rapidly growing women's fashion brand with 130+ locations in 40 states. It feels like a sanctuary - a place of beauty from the inside out. From welcoming experiences and warm associates to thoughtfully curated products, our brand is built upon the founding principles of giving back and making a difference in the world.
Our Mission
"Stand Out. For Good". At Altar'd State, those four words are more than just our motto, they are why we exist. From Mission Mondays, where 10% of our net proceeds go directly to local charitable organizations, to our long-standing partnership with Coprodeli USA, in which we are in the process of building 22 schools for impoverished communities in Peru, we are committed to giving back in meaningful ways to those in need.
Position Overview
The Assistant Store Leader of Operations leads and supports the Store Leader by directing activities required to achieve all store goals, including best of class guest service, sales objectives, operating expenses, loss prevention, and merchandising presentation, while driving both associate and guest engagement. You will provide guests with exceptional service, through relationship building, product knowledge sharing, and presenting a clean, well-maintained store environment. Operations Leaders drive excellence through increasing sales, finding operational efficiencies, and developing top talent within their team.
People
  • Fosters a guest-focused team environment through driving volume and anticipating guest needs
  • Achieves excellent guest service by role-modeling company service standards
  • Proactively provides timely feedback to associates, rewards and recognizes performance to drive retention
  • Holds self and associates accountable for achievement of financial results and performance standards
  • Manages conflict and coaches by applying company's recommended processes, standards and guidelines
  • Empowers and involves associates in decision-making processes
  • Receives feedback and fosters dialog around solutions
  • Develops associates through an individualized approach by matching talent with tasks, delegating, and challenging on results
  • Fosters team commitment through support, relationship building, and recognizing individual contributions
  • Leads by managing through change and adversity
  • Makes recommendations on hiring, promotions, and terminations of team members based on performance

Process
  • Consistently meets or exceeds store and individual goals and contributes to the store's overall goals.
  • Engages our guests and make their shopping experience exceptional!
  • Co-Leads floor sets/refresh management
  • Makes recommendations on hiring, promotions, and terminations of team members based on performance
  • Manages and oversee scheduling
  • Manages back of house organization
  • Manages shipment and product prep process (steaming, hanging etc.)
  • Plans and manages merchandise markdown process
  • Manages supply orders, maintenance & cleaning
  • Manages Inventory/Damages
  • Audits and manage banking & loss prevention systems
  • Trains new associates on operational processes
  • Co-manages payroll and responsible for store's financial performance
  • Responsible for decisions regarding store operations and planning
  • Controls workflow through successful planning and delegation
  • Executes task directives within designated time frames
  • Completes opening/closing procedures
  • Adheres to loss prevention practices and reports potential incidents to ensure shortage control in order to protect Company assets
  • Communicates effectively with executive team.
  • Must be able to lift & carry heavy boxes (up to 30 lbs)

Presentation
  • Utilizes and manages the use of weekly reporting to track, analyze and communicate business results and determine strategies to maximize sales
  • Interprets Home Office communication through Store Leader / District Leader partnership
  • Partners with the Visual District Leader and Visual Assistant Store Leader to oversee and manage the roll-out of floorsets, window sets, fixture placement and overall visual environment.
  • Maintains an awareness of brand aesthetic and relevance to the store environment and communicate with team
  • Communicates performance observations and offers feedback to the District Leader

Qualifications
  • 1 year Retail Management
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • Physical ability to perform tasks, which could require prolonged standing, sitting, reaching, kneeling and / or squatting frequently. May be required to occasionally climb ladders, climb and descend stairs frequently, depending on location. Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds regularly without assistance.

Stand Out For Good, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
We are proud to share that our associates have made us one of Fortune's Best Companies to Work For! Recently, our team has received the following recognition:
  • #73 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2023
  • #4 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail™ 2022
  • #93 in Best Workplaces for Millennials™ 2023
  • #34 in Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ 2022

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