Assistant Manager

Carter Lumber; Burton (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation time & holidays

Vendor incentives

Growth opportunities

Military-friendly employer

Job summary

Carter Lumber is seeking an Assistant Manager to oversee daily store operations, deliver professional customer service to contractors and DIYers, and help achieve sales and inventory goals. The role requires leadership in inventory control, safety practices, and effective communication of targets to the team.

The position emphasizes staff supervision, training, and development, with a focus on growing sales and profitability while maintaining excellent customer service and strong relationships

Qualifications

• At least some experience in retail management, preferably in building materials.
• Experience selling installed sales and to contractors is preferred.
• Proven track record in sales management in building materials.
• Ability to direct and train others effectively as a team leader.
• Demonstrated ability to increase sales and profitability.
• Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Store Operations: oversee store direction, inventory management, safety compliance and communicate goals to the team.
• Staff Management: hire, supervise, motivate, discipline and evaluate employees.
• Sales & Relationship Building: grow inside sales, manage estimates and take-offs, maintain customer relationships.
• Knowledge & Training: identify growth needs, complete training, and promote career development.

Skills

Retail management

Sales management

Team leadership

Sales growth

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Job description

A Carter Lumber Assistant Manager is responsible for focusing on and implementing daily store operations to include selling and providing professional customer service to contractors and do-it-yourselfers. This is accomplished by following the direction set in the areas of foundation, inventory, sales and profit. Supervising employees, handling sales transactions, inventory control and communication are all components of this position. A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company are necessary to this position.

Requirements:

• Previous retail management experience, preferably in the building materials industry
• Previous experience selling installed sales and to contractors is preferred
• Proven track record in sales management, preferably in the building materials industry
• Ability to direct and train others effectively as a team leader
• Demonstrated ability to increase sales and profitability
• Well developed problem solving abilities and strong conflict resolution skills

Responsibilities:

• Store Operations
  • Assists in the managing and implementing in the overall direction of the store. Responsible for properly delegating and overseeing all aspects of inventory management, safety requirements and policies and procedures. Effectively communicates sales and profit goals to ensure the support of the team.
• Staff Management
  • Responsible for setting the direction and managing areas of employment such as; hiring, communication, motivation, discipline, separation and other areas. Ensures goals are outlined for employees and are met.
• Sales & Relationship Building
  • Manages the growth of the inside sales program by ensuring estimates and material take-offs are completed on time and current relationships and services are successfully maintained. This is accomplished by building relationships, following up on sales calls and quotes, monitoring delivery scheduling and resolving customer complaints effectively.
• Knowledge & Training
  • Identifies personal growth needs and learning opportunities. Completes required training. Commits to continued learning on products, packages, procedures and more. Encourages and oversees employee career development.

Benefits (full-time employees)

• Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
• Optional supplemental life insurance
• Company-match 401(k)
• Vacation time and paid holidays
• Vendor incentives
• Room for growth; we promote from within!
• Military encouraged to apply!