Assistant Store Manager: Lead People, Grow Stores

National Black MBA Association; Kirkwood (MO); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discounts

401(k) match

Medical/Dental/Vision

HSA

Job summary

TJX Companies in Kirkwood, MO is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to foster an inclusive, high-energy team environment. You will lead operations—from merchandising and scheduling to customer service—while driving sales and controlling expenses.

You’ll recruit and develop Associates, mentor staff, and implement action plans for company initiatives. This role offers growth, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to contribute to a world‑class off-price retailer.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of retail leadership experience as an Assistant or Store Manager.
• Ability to lead, develop, and empower a large team.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with ability to influence and provide effective feedback and mentorship to others.

Responsibilities

• Drive store performance by supporting sales results, managing expenses, and overseeing key operations including merchandising, backroom, frontline, cash office, customer service, markdowns, scheduling, shipping, and receiving, with a strong focus on minimizing shrink and damages.
• Attract, recruit, and cultivate top talent by providing comprehensive training and ongoing development for Associates. Serve as a mentor and role model, fostering a supportive environment that ensures a positive and engaging experience for both Associates and customers.
• Communicate and implement action plans for projects, targets, company initiatives, and store changes. Provide input on succession planning to meet future needs.
• Implement strategies to meet sales, expense, and customer service targets. Coordinate loss prevention and operational programs and improve store layout and efficiency.

Skills

Retail leadership

Team development

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Mentorship

Job description

TJX Companies in Kirkwood, MO is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to foster an inclusive, high-energy team environment. You will lead operations—from merchandising and scheduling to customer service—while driving sales and controlling expenses.

You’ll recruit and develop Associates, mentor staff, and implement action plans for company initiatives. This role offers growth, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to contribute to a world‑class off-price retailer.