Assistant Store Manager

Bob's Discount Furniture; Manchester (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Profit Sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Career progression pathways

Job summary

Bob’s Discount Furniture is seeking a Retail Assistant Manager for a full-time, on-site role in our Missouri showroom. You will balance leadership on the sales floor with back-end operations, including logistics, inventory control, and team development.

Availability on weekends, evenings, and holidays is required. The role emphasizes customer experience, performance management, and cross-functional collaboration to drive store success.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of retail, warehouse, or operations management experience.
• Proven success in team leadership and operational oversight.
• Must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment with Bob’s

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop store team on the sales floor and back-end operations.
• Oversee logistics, inventory control, and showroom merchandising.
• Drive operational goals and ensure exceptional customer experiences.
• Collaborate across functions to execute The Bob’s Way.
• Support store performance and provide coaching for staff.

Skills

Leadership

Operations planning

Logistics

Performance coaching

Conflict resolution

Cross-functional communication

Time management

Retail/warehouse experience

Sales and merchandising

Backend operations

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

Join Bob’s Discount Furniture as a Retail Assistant Manager and help drive operational excellence and exceptional customer experiences in a fun, fast-paced retail environment. This role balances leadership on the sales floor with strategic oversight of back-end operations, logistics, and team development. You’ll support store performance, drive operational goals, and play a key role in executing The Bob’s Way.

This is a full-time, on-site position in a retail showroom. Availability on weekends, evenings, and holidays is required.

What You’ll Bring to Bob’s

At Bob’s Discount Furniture, we value the unique skills and experiences that each candidate brings. Success in this role is driven by a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, behavioral and leadership skills, and customer focus. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy leveraging your skills to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Skills for Success

To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate strengths in the following skill areas:

Core Competencies & Expertise

• Leadership and team development
• Operational planning and execution
• Logistics and inventory control
• Performance management and coaching
• Conflict resolution and decision-making
• Cross-functional communication
• Time management and prioritization
• Experience in retail or warehouse management
• Sales and showroom merchandising knowledge
• Experience leading backend operations
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Familiarity with safety and compliance procedures

Who We Are

At Bob’s, we have fun, we love what we do, and we’re growing fast! As one of the leading omni-channel furniture retailers in the country with over 200 stores, we’re committed to creating a workplace that values skills-based hiring, diverse perspectives, and an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

How We Will Support Your Success

We know you have many choices when it comes to your career. At Bob’s, we invest in your growth, well-being, and career advancement.

• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick leave, holidays, and your birthday!
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with a generous company match
• Pet Insurance and employer-paid Life Insurance options
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement, on-demand learning, and career progression pathways
• Bob’s Helping Hand and Bail Out financial assistance programs
• Pay: $55,000- $65,000 base salary + Incentive Bonuses (Total expected comp between $65,000- $75,000 bonuses guaranteed during training.)
• And so much more!

Our Culture & Core Values

At Bob’s, we believe in fostering a positive, inclusive, and skill-driven work environment. Our core values—Honesty, Integrity, Transparency, Community, Safety, Diversity, Accountability, and Fun—guide everything we do. We’re not just a workplace; we’re a team that supports and celebrates each other!

Minimum Qualifications

• 2–5 years of retail, warehouse, or operations management experience
• Proven success in team leadership and operational oversight
• Must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment with Bob’s

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift, move, or slide merchandise up to 75 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and walk the sales floor regularly
• Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift