309-Assistant Store Manager

Forman Mills, Inc.; Oxon Hill (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional retail company, Forman Mills, is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to oversee store operations and enhance customer service. This role demands strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to team development while offering a pathway for career growth. The position comes with comprehensive benefits and requires a flexible schedule to meet business needs.

Benefits

On-the-job Training

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Plan with employer match

Generous Employee Discount

Competitive Starting Salary

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays

Direct Community Involvement Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3 years of big box retail management experience working with soft lines.
• Expertise in soft lines merchandising and customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively and lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all departments and ensure excellent customer service.
• Oversee hiring, merchandising, inventory control, and expense management.
• Develop store personnel and cultivate teamwork among associates.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Communication

Multitasking

Job description

Posted Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 4:00 AM

As one of America's fastest-growing regional retail companies, Forman Mills is constantly seeking the best and brightest talents to drive the continued growth of the company. If you have a passion for excellence, an unwavering focus on delivering value for the customer, and a drive to be the best, Forman Mills can be your springboard to incredible career growth.

Assistant Store Manager

The Assistant Manager, through hands-on training and delegation, coordinates all departments and ensures everyone is working towards the same goal of providing excellent service and value to our customers. Assistant Managers are responsible for the overall operation of a store, including establishing and maintaining customer service, hiring, merchandising, inventory control, management of funds, controlling expenses, and shrink control. They develop store personnel in all aspects of the business, build confidence, and foster a strong sense of teamwork among associates. The position requires soft lines merchandising expertise, compliance with policies and procedures, the ability to multitask, evaluate and react to performance issues, and strong communication, customer service, and leadership skills. Candidates must have at least 3 years of big box retail management experience working with soft lines. Transportation is required. The role involves evenings, weekends, and the ability to work varied hours based on business needs. Physical requirements include the ability to walk and stand continuously, lift up to 60 lbs., bend, stoop, and climb ladders occasionally.

Benefits we offer eligible associates include:

• On-the-job Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Potential for Advancement
• Generous Employee Discount
• Competitive Starting Salary
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Direct Community Involvement Opportunities