Assistant Store Manager

Assistant Store Manager

At Bedrock Ace Hardware, we believe a neighborhood hardware store should do more than sell products, it should solve problems, serve neighbors, and strengthen the community. We are seeking a motivated Assistant Store Manager who is ready to lead from the floor, develop teams, and help drive store performance while delivering outstanding customer experiences rooted in service and empathy. This role provides an opportunity to grow your leadership career while making a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, customer-focused retail environment. Veterans highly encouraged to apply.

The Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager in leading daily store operations, achieving sales and profitability goals, developing associates, and maintaining operational excellence. This position assumes leadership responsibility in the Store Manager's absence and plays a key role in fostering a customer-first, empathy-driven culture.

Leadership and Team Development

• Supervise, coach, and develop associates to support strong performance and engagement
• Lead with empathy, creating an environment where team members feel heard, supported, and valued
• Assist with recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and training store team members
• Provide ongoing performance feedback, recognition, and development opportunities
• Support staffing and scheduling to meet customer demand

Sales and Operations

• Help drive sales performance through strong floor leadership and customer engagement
• Ensure merchandising, pricing, and visual presentation standards are consistently maintained
• Monitor operational processes including receiving, stocking, and inventory accuracy
• Support payroll monitoring and expense control efforts

Customer Experience

• Lead by example in delivering exceptional customer service
• Ensure customer needs are addressed promptly and professionally
• Assist in resolving customer concerns and implementing service improvements

Safety and Store Environment

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized store environment
• Ensure compliance with company policies, operational procedures, and safety standards

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; additional education preferred
• Minimum one (1) year of leadership or supervisory experience in retail, customer service, or a related environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead with empathy and strong interpersonal awareness
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as business needs require
• Bilingual is a strong plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to reach, bend, and move throughout the store
• Ability to lift and move merchandise up to 40 pounds

Work Environment

• This position operates in a retail store environment that may include moderate noise levels, moving equipment, and occasional exposure to varying indoor and outdoor temperatures.

Equal Employment Opportunity

• Bedrock Ace Hardware is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.
• Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the hiring process may request assistance at the time of application.

Disclaimer

• This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities. Duties may change based on the needs of the business.