Assistant Rent to Own Manager
We are Natural State Leasing, dba Aaron’s - an industry leader in the sales and lease-to-own retail industry known for quality brand names and superior customer service. We provide our team members the opportunity to reach their full potential in a team-oriented, high-energy, recognition-based environment with competitive pay and benefits. This is much more than a job – it is a career with purpose.
Aaron’s Assistant Managers help us put our best foot forward and bring our customers one step closer to ownership by leading the store’s sales and marketing function. As an Assistant Manager, you’ll define the exceptional experience that drives our reputation and customer loyalty by serving as the brand ambassador for all Aaron’s products. You’ll ensure team sales performance by supporting merchandising, pricing and demonstrating exceptional people skills to foster new customer growth.
Skills for Success
Aaron's Assistant Managers are relationship builders, and the most successful ones understand it’s not about a transaction but long-lasting relationships founded on first names and trust. They are sales-focused, passionate about marketing, and highly motivated leaders who encourage people to bring their best. Like all Aaron’s Associates, Assistant Managers share our purpose and passion for making a real difference in the lives of others and the rewards that come from creating strong personal connections for life.
The Work
- Support every customer’s ownership goals by building authentic customer relationships that drive sales.
- Own the overall sales functions and/or Collections funtions of the store by setting and achieving weekly and monthly goals, which includes both inside & outside acitivities
- Generate new business by developing and implementing community marketing strategies
- Review and close lease agreements, which includes confirming customer identification, collecting money and obtain customer signatures on lease agreements
- Assist General Manager with operational functions that include inventory regularly, performing routine service calls, stock balancing and product exchanges
- Assist General Manager with product ordering, including planning for future sales and events.
- Ensure customer care and satisfaction by executing the Aaron's customer service program and providing outstanding service and promptly resolving customer concerns
- Maintain the store’s warehouse maintenance and that the warehouse is in a neat and orderly manner
- Monitor and ensure efficient operation of the cleaning station in the warehouse
- Clean and certify merchandise in the cleaning center for all items personally returned
Requirements
- At least 25 years old with a state valid driver’s license
- Two years of previous management experience, preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Satisfactory MVR (driving record)
- Must meet DOT requirements to obtain certification in required states
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without help and up to 300 lbs. with the assistance of a dolly
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Safe driving skills and the ability to legally operate the Company Truck
- Proficient computer skills
- Excellent telephone etiquette
- Maintain a professional appearance
- Strong organizational and communication (verbal, telephone, interpersonal) skills
- Proper telephone etiquette
Rewards
Associates enjoy access to career training and advancement opportunities, and are rewarded with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Life insurance
- Disability benefits
- Employee purchase discounts
- Paid time off including vacation days, sick days and holidays
About Aaron’s
At Aaron’s we offer sales and lease-to-ownership of specialty items including furniture, consumer electronics, home appliances, and accessories throughout the United States and Canada. Our customers shop at Aaron’s for the same reason you should choose us for the next step in your career – our ability to positively influence people’s lives. If you are looking for a company with the passion and dedication to make a difference in the lives of customers and team members alike, join us today.
Aaron’s is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, celebrates our team members’ differences, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, pregnancy, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, military duty, gender expression, genetic information, or any other protected class.
Aaron’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 45 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Supervising Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
- Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
- Rent to Own: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
