Assistant Manager

Socket.dev; Keizer (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Employee discount 30%

Wellness resources

Anniversary and recognition programs

Hands-on training

Job summary

World Market in Keizer, OR is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a high-performing team, drive sales, and uphold brand standards across daily operations. You will partner with the Store Manager to deliver exceptional customer service and ensure a smooth store routine.

You will guide team development, implement loss-prevention measures, and maintain merchandising and safety practices. This role offers growth through hands-on training and recognition programs within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in retail or sales environment.
• Ability to analyze trends and use reporting to make decisions.
• Strong communication and customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Model and lead a customer-first selling culture by driving engagement, customer loyalty initiatives, visual standards, and brand values.
• Analyze business trends utilizing all available reporting to problem-solve business opportunities and take appropriate action.
• Consistently exemplify, maintain, and foster the culture and values of World Market.
• Plan for and execute daily business tasks and duties assigned by and in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performance, customer-focused team that aligns with our company values through training, recognition, and performance management.
• Utilize all company tools and training resources to educate and validate team execution of key business functions.
• Validate and maintain all Loss Prevention policies and procedures and inventory management initiatives.
• Support and maintain a safe work environment through ongoing safety training, awareness, and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Customer focus

Team development

Job description

For over 60 years, we have searched the globe for design inspiration, emerging trends, and time-honored handicrafts, to bring you stylish home décor, quality furniture, thoughtful gifts and one of the largest assortments of international foods, beverages and candy. You won’t find a store and team like this anywhere else! From handpicked finds to heartfelt teamwork, World Market is where uniqueness isn’t just celebrated—it’s what sets us apart.

Our team means the world to us! We value authenticity, empowerment and respect. If you’re looking for a place where you can be yourself, contribute in meaningful ways, and have a little fun while doing it—you’ve found it!

When you join our team, you’ll enjoy:

Flexible scheduling that supports your lifestyle & work-life balance

Up to 30% shopping discount on our unique finds for you and your designated shopper

Working with a team who thinks the world of you

Wellness resources to be and do your best

Anniversary and recognition programs that celebrate you

Hands-on training for career growth made for you

As an Assistant Manager, you will play a key leadership role in driving sales and profitability, fostering a customer-first selling culture and executing daily business priorities. In partnership with the Store Manager, you will be responsible for leading and developing a high-performance team while maintaining our values, brand, policies, and operational standards.
Your Assistant Manager role will include leadership responsibilities in one or more of the following areas of the business: Customer Experience, Freight Flow, Operations and Merchandising. The area of responsibility will be determined based on business needs along with your experience, skills and career goals.

Your primary job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

- Model and lead a customer-first selling culture by driving engagement, customer loyalty initiatives, visual standards, and brand values
- Analyze business trends utilizing all available reporting to problem-solve business opportunities and take appropriate action
- Consistently exemplify, maintain, and foster the culture and values of World Market
- Plan for and execute daily business tasks and duties assigned by and in the absence of the Store Manager
- Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performance, customer-focused team that aligns with our company values through training, recognition, and performance management
- Utilize all company tools and training resources to educate and validate team execution of key business functions
- Validate and maintain all Loss Prevention policies and procedures and inventory management initiatives
- Support and maintain a safe work environment through ongoing safety training, awareness, and accountability