Assistant Store Manager

TrailersPlus, a Division of Interstate Group; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation & sick time

Life insurance

FSA & Dependent Care

Pet Insurance

Job summary

TrailersPlus – Lot & Sales Operations in Baton Rouge, LA seeks an Assistant Store Manager to drive revenue and lead daily store operations. You will work with the Store Manager to manage inventory, customer service, and maintenance, ensuring safe, efficient lot operations.

The role requires hands-on leadership, a mechanical aptitude, and strong sales skills. Eligible candidates will manage staff, process invoices, and support a high-volume trailer business on-site.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 6–12 months retail, sales, or lot management experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meeting revenue goals and guide buyers through trailer purchases.
• Oversee inventory, inspections, vendor relations, and site maintenance.
• Verify invoicing and handle paperwork for trailers, parts, and labor.
• Support onboarding and training of service staff; schedule daily shop operations.
• Safely operate power tools and equipment as needed.

Skills

Sales & Customer Service

Inventory Management

Team Leadership

Mechanical Knowledge

Computer Literacy

Communication

Attention to Detail

Spanish (bonus)

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

POS systems

Inventory software

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Store Manager

Location: Baton Rouge, LA

Company: TrailersPlus – Lot & Sales Operations

Pay Structure: $20 - $22Hourly + Commissions & Bonuses

About The Role

Are you a natural leader with a mix of sales drive, operational precision, and hands-on mechanical skill? TrailersPlus is seeking a dedicated Assistant Store Manager (ASM) to join our team in Baton Rouge, LA.

In this role, you will work directly alongside the Store Manager to drive location revenue, deliver top-tier customer service, manage inventory, and oversee shop repair and maintenance operations. You’ll serve as a key operational leader and step in to run full store operations in the Store Manager’s absence.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales & Customer Service: Assist in meeting and exceeding revenue goals, generate local leads, handle customer inquiries, and guide buyers through the trailer purchasing process.
• Operations & Inventory: Oversee trailer inspections, parts inventory, purchases, vendor relations, key control, and facility maintenance to maintain a clean, safe, and professional lot.
• Paperwork & Compliance: Verify and execute accurate invoicing for trailers, parts, and labor. Ensure all required sales and title paperwork is correctly submitted to state agencies and corporate departments.
• Team Leadership & Service Supervision: Support the onboarding, training, and performance management of service and parts staff. Direct daily shop schedules and promote a safe, productive environment.
• Hands-On Equipment Operation: Safely operate power tools, welding equipment, forklifts, and tractors as required for assembly, maintenance, and yard operations.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Computer Literacy: Strong proficiency with online computer systems and basic keyboarding skills to efficiently process invoices, track inventory, submit state compliance paperwork, and generate reports.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous accuracy in completing state vehicle sales documents, verifying financial invoices, scheduling breaks/timecards, and following safety standard operating procedures.
• Mechanical Knowledge: Hands-on mechanical aptitude with the ability (or willingness to train) to safely operate power tools, welding equipment, forklifts, and tractors. Comfortable handling physical inspections, repairs, and moving mechanical parts.
• Experience & Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; 6 months to 1 year of related retail, sales, or lot management experience.
• Math & Reasoning: Ability to calculate discounts, commissions, percentages, and basic dimensions/volumes, as well as troubleshoot daily operational challenges.
• Communication: Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills. Ability to read safety manuals and procedure guides. (Spoken fluency in Spanish is a plus!)
• Licensing: Ability to obtain required state and city vehicle sales licenses.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Routine lifting of 50–75 lbs, standing, climbing ladders, and moving around the lot/shop.
• Work includes indoor office tasks as well as working outdoors on the lot in various Louisiana weather conditions.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time Accruals
• Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Dependent Care Account
• Pet Insurance