Assistant Manager: Lead Team, Drive Sales & Growth

World Market; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Shopping discount up to 30%

Team-oriented environment

Wellness resources

Recognition programs

Hands-on training and career growth

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), EAP

Job summary

World Market in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a high‑performing team and drive sales while upholding our brand, policies, and customer‑first culture. You will partner with the Store Manager to coach staff, manage daily tasks, and execute operational priorities in a fast‑paced retail environment.

The role requires leadership experience, strong communication, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience delivering results in a fast-paced specialty retail environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to coach associates in real time.
• Ability to de-escalate customer situations and plan daily priorities.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Able to stand, bend, climb ladders, and lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performance team while upholding company values, brand, and policies.
• Drive sales and profitability in partnership with the Store Manager.
• Foster a customer-first selling culture and manage daily business priorities.
• Recruit, train, and retain staff aligned with company values.
• Ensure loss prevention policies, safety training, and inventory controls are maintained.
• Execute daily tasks and duties in the Store Manager's absence.

Skills

Leadership experience

Customer experience

Communication

Coaching

De-escalation

Planning & prioritization

Urgency & diligence

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Decision making

Delegation

Flexibility (nights/weekends)

Physical stamina (lift up to 40 lbs)

Job description

World Market in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a high‑performing team and drive sales while upholding our brand, policies, and customer‑first culture. You will partner with the Store Manager to coach staff, manage daily tasks, and execute operational priorities in a fast‑paced retail environment.

The role requires leadership experience, strong communication, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.