Assistant Store Manager

SRS Distribution Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

SRS Distribution Inc. Houston location seeks a Store Associate for Ames Tool Corp. In this role you will support store operations, assist customers, process sales and rental transactions, and help maintain showroom and warehouse organization.

A positive attitude and reliability are essential to grow revenue and service quality. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 2–4 years of related experience, bilingual Spanish/English, valid driver’s license, and forklift certification may be

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Bilingual Spanish/English required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overall store operations and merchandising.
• Open/close responsibilities when Store Manager is absent.
• Process rental and sales transactions; manage inventory discrepancies.
• Support store coverage at other locations in the region when needed.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Driver's license

Customer service

Inventory control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

Effectively assist the manager in growing revenues and profitability of an Ames Tools store while complying with company policies and procedures. Accomplish tasks deemed necessary to achieve these goals as directed by the Regional Manager and/or Store Manager. Assist the Regional Manager with store coverage needs as they arise.

Duties & Responsibilities

Assist in the overall operation of an Ames company retail store. Open and close the store when the Store Manager is absent. Merchandise products and organize the showroom and rear warehouse for safe and effective material handling. Report inventory discrepancies or customer issues to the Store Manager. Assist with store coverage at other store locations in the region as necessary. Maintain positive business relationships with existing Ames customers and cultivate new business opportunities with Interior Finishing Contractors in the assigned selling area. Generate revenue growth through effective marketing of Ames automatic taping tools, parts, and equipment, including promotion of add-on sales.

Daily Functions

May Include Greeting customers and providing customer service. Processing rental and sales transactions. Order processing and merchandising. Inventory and tool audits. Collections. Housekeeping. Database development. Cash handling, bank deposits, and loss prevention.

Additional Functions

May Include Boxing and shipping tools to repair centers. Receiving tool and merchandise shipments into inventory. Collaborating with Field Specialist personnel to identify training lead prospects for enhanced revenue generation. Demonstrating and effectively presenting Ames tools and products. Executing Ames sales and marketing programs. Maintaining rental tools and contractor equipment. Assisting with planning and execution of open‑house customer events. Maintaining organized files, bank deposit receipts, and accurate record keeping. Completing competitive shops as necessary. Performing collection duties as assigned. Submitting quality tags, expense reports, and prototype tool testing questionnaires in a timely manner. Performing other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Two to four years of related experience.

Core Competencies

• Display trust and integrity and strive to do the right thing.
• Embody servant leadership by putting the needs of others first.
• Value diverse perspectives and demonstrate a positive and humble attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lead, execute, and/or delegate while collaborating with others.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Champion an inclusive working environment.
• Demonstrate initiative, self‑management, and results‑driven behavior.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong customer service, product knowledge, inventory control, and problem‑solving skills.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group settings.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages. Ability to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid driver’s license required. Forklift certification required in some stores after hire.

Other Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish/English required.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Regular use of hands to finger, handle, or feel; ability to talk and hear.
• Frequent standing, walking, and reaching with hands and arms.
• Occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Incentive Pay

This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s Incentive Plan, based on a combination of individual and company performance. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and invest in training while striving to provide work-life balance.

Job Location

Ames Tool Corporation - Houston 4914 W 34th St Houston, TX 77092

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: [e-mail] with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs. All benefits subject to eligibility.

Agency Disclosure

Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency ("Agency"), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.

Additional Benefits (duplicate listing)

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance Wellness Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Stock Purchase Program Paid Holidays & Vacation Days Professional Growth Opportunities Development & Training Programs

Company Overview

Founded in 1971, GMS operates a network of more than 320 distribution centers with extensive product offerings of Wallboard, Ceilings, Steel Framing and Complementary Products. Additionally, GMS operates nearly 100 tool sales, rental and service centers, providing a comprehensive selection of building products and solutions for its residential and commercial contractor customer base across the United States and Canada. In addition to our commitment to delivering exceptional customer service, GMS also fosters a unique employee culture that combines a results‑driven environment with a highly entrepreneurial, self‑starter attitude. We are committed to conducting our business in a manner that aligns with our values of humility, mutual respect, service to others, and the guiding principle that “you can never go wrong doing the right thing.” GMS is a subsidiary of SRS Distribution, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot. For more information, please visit www.gms.com.

EEO Duplicate Statement

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: [e-mail] with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.