Assistant Manager: Lead a Dynamic, Customer-First Team

World Market; Madera (CA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid sick leave

Vacation and paid holidays

Wellness resources

Discounts

Job summary

World Market is seeking an Assistant Manager in California to lead a high-performance team and drive sales while upholding brand standards. You’ll partner with the Store Manager to plan daily priorities, coach staff, and ensure exceptional customer experiences in a fast-paced retail setting.

Hourly pay ranges from $23.50 to $27.50 with full-time and part-time benefits including 401(k), paid time off, and wellness resources. Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in fast-paced retail.
• Strong communication and coaching abilities.
• Ability to coach associates in the moment.
• De-escalation of store and customer situations.
• Plan and prioritize based on business needs.
• Sense of urgency with attention to detail.
• Creative problem solving and decisive action.
• Ability to delegate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team while partnering with the Store Manager.
• Drive sales, customer-first culture, and daily operations.
• Recruit, train, and retain staff aligned with company values.
• Utilize reports to identify trends and take action.
• Maintain Loss Prevention policies and inventory control.
• Ensure a safe work environment through training and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

De-escalation

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Decision making

Delegation

Team development

Job description

World Market is seeking an Assistant Manager in California to lead a high-performance team and drive sales while upholding brand standards. You’ll partner with the Store Manager to plan daily priorities, coach staff, and ensure exceptional customer experiences in a fast-paced retail setting.

Hourly pay ranges from $23.50 to $27.50 with full-time and part-time benefits including 401(k), paid time off, and wellness resources. Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.