Assistant Store Manager (Temporary) - adidas Valdichiana Designer Village, Arezzo

At adidas, every day is a chance to flip the script. We reinvent what we know, collaborate, and create experiences that help athletes make a difference in their lives and their world.

Retail is where the adidas brand comes to life. As Assistant Store Manager, you will support the Store Manager in the day-to-day operations and execution of retail standards.

Your Role and Impact

You will help create a high-performing, consumer-focused environment by leading the team on the shop floor, ensuring operational excellence, and delivering a premium adidas experience. You will motivate and develop your team while contributing to a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in overseeing daily store operations, including sales, customer service, replenishment, inventory, and compliance.
• Lead by example on the sales floor, ensuring a premium consumer experience and strong service culture.
• Motivate, coach, and develop team members to achieve store targets and grow their capabilities.
• Drive execution of store processes and standards to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of new hires.
• Monitor and analyze store KPIs, identifying opportunities to improve performance and profitability.
• Ensure Visual Merchandising standards are maintained in line with brand guidelines.
• Handle challenging interpersonal situations professionally and support a positive team environment.
• Take ownership of specific store responsibilities and lead initiatives in line with business needs.
• Step in for the Store Manager when required.

What We Are Looking For In You

• Minimum 18 months of experience in a retail environment, preferably sports or fashion, including supervisory responsibility or experience as Assistant Store Manager.
• Strong team leadership and coaching skills.
• Solid understanding of retail operations and store processes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret KPIs and drive performance.
• Good knowledge of Visual Merchandising principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good knowledge of MS Office.
• Fluent in English and Italian.

What We Offer

• Salary starting from €34k CCNL Commercio – Level 2.
• Meal vouchers.
• Variable bonus.
• Welfare and corporate benefits program.
• Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance.
• Employee discount.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Fixed-term contract.
• Full-time working hours.

Company Culture

At adidas, employees are encouraged to demonstrate courage, ownership, innovation, teamplay, integrity, and respect. The company emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion to foster belonging and connect authentically with consumers and communities.