Assistant Store Manager Full Time

Buff City Soap; Farragut (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Job summary

Buff City Soap seeks an Assistant Store Manager for our Farragut Makery. You will lead daily Makery operations, coach team members, and drive a client-centered shopping experience while supporting Store Manager goals.

This role requires strong leadership, sales focus, and excellent communication; you should be able to work a 40–45 hour schedule including some nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• College education preferred but not required.
• Management and/or sales experience preferred.
• Effective communication at all levels.
• Strong training and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage daily Makery operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Lead by example to deliver a client-centric experience and meet sales targets.
• Maintain a clean, professional Makery environment.
• Set goals for team members and provide coaching and feedback.
• Track stock of materials and assist with production and inventory.
• Support the Store Manager in controlling revenue and expenses.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Maintain a 40–45 hour weekly schedule depending on status.

Skills

Management

Sales experience

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

College education preferred

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Assistant Store Manager (Assistant Makery Manager)

Full Time-Manager

Buff City Soap is on a mission to create handmade products that are free of harsh ingredients and full of nourishing plant‑based goodies to make your skin happy. Buff City Soap Products are fresh, made in each soap makery daily, with ingredients you can pronounce. We are currently accepting applications for an Assistant Store Manager.

This position is responsible for maintaining a high‑energy, positive environment where behaviors that support client‑centric service are consistently demonstrated. The Assistant Store Manager helps drive store performance, fosters superior client service, and maintains operational excellence to meet or exceed established productivity goals. This individual will manage and supervise Makery to achieve company goals and will lead by example in all company operations. The Assistant Store Manager fosters a sense of urgency to achieve objectives and holds the team accountable for delivering an exceptional client experience.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage daily operations of the Makery in a fast‑paced environment.
• Lead by example in all company operations including creating a client‑centric experience, meeting personal sales expectations, and creating quality product.
• Maintain a professional and impeccably clean Makery environment.
• Establish clear goals and objectives for Team Members.
• Provide coaching, training, and feedback to improve Team Members’ daily performance.
• Manage and track stock of raw materials, finished products, and supplies.
• Generate sales reports, maintain inventory and production, and assist with other Makery Manager functions.
• Assist the Store Manager in controlling top‑line revenue and expenses.
• Ability to work nights & weekends.
• Candidate should expect to work five days per week, and approximately a 40‑to‑45‑hour work schedule depending on hourly or salary status.

Experience

• College education preferred but not required.
• Management and/or sales experience preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Skilled trainer, motivator, and leadership qualities desired.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Must not be sensitive to various scents and fragrances.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers.
• Ability to lift or assist in lifting items and heavy boxes up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, twist, stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Ability to perform Makery cleaning functions including dusting, sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, etc.