Assistant Store Manager

Tharp Consulting; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Tharp Consulting in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Retail Assistant Store Manager to support daily store operations, drive sales, and deliver outstanding customer service. You will help lead a team, coach associates on product knowledge, and uphold brand standards on the floor.

Together with the Store Manager, you will train staff, monitor inventory, ensure accurate cash handling, and maintain inviting merchandising.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and coaching ability to develop a store team.
• Customer-focused mindset with strong communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills for merchandising and inventory control.
• Accuracy and responsibility in cash handling.
• Ability to uphold brand standards and support team performance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with opening and closing procedures.
• Handle cash processes accurately.
• Maintain merchandising standards and an inviting sales floor.
• Manage inventory and support stock accuracy.
• Ensure brand standards are upheld on the floor.
• Partner with the Store Manager on associate training and performance feedback.
• Contribute to a fun, hardworking culture that supports hands-on lifestyles.

Skills

Leadership coaching

Customer focus

Merchandising and inventory

Cash handling

Brand standards

Job description

Retail Assistant Store Manager

Support daily store operations to drive sales and deliver outstanding customer service. Help lead a team aligned with practical, down-to-earth values, coaching associates on product knowledge and customer engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with opening and closing procedures
• Handle cash processes accurately
• Maintain merchandising standards and an inviting sales floor
• Manage inventory and support stock accuracy
• Ensure brand standards are upheld on the floor
• Partner with the Store Manager on associate training and performance feedback
• Contribute to a fun, hardworking culture that supports hands-on lifestyles

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong leadership and coaching ability
• Customer-focused mindset and effective communication
• Solid organization skills for merchandising and inventory
• Accuracy and responsibility in cash handling
• Ability to maintain brand standards and support team performance