Assistant Store Manager - Merchandising

At Home Group; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off & holidays

Store discount 25%

Job summary

At Home Group is seeking an Assistant Store Manager – Merchandising to support the Store Manager in leading merchandising, store conditioning and team functions in a large-format retail environment. You will help drive performance by executing merchandising strategies, ensuring in-stock conditions, and delivering an exceptional customer experience.

You will lead the Zone Lead team, coach for high performance, and help maintain a safe, organized store.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years of leadership in big-box/high-volume retail.
• Proven track record leading 20+ Team Members and $5M+ revenue/budget.
• Knowledge of freight, inventory control, stocking and merchandising.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Experience with task management, HRIS, and scheduling systems.
• Strong communication and people leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive store operations to meet sales, profit and performance goals while delivering a customer-focused experience.
• Attract, hire, and develop talent; build internal bench strength and succession plans.
• Coach and develop staff; focus on continuous improvement and internal career growth.
• Staffing to labor model; scheduling and payroll accuracy with financial metrics.
• Plan and oversee merchandising transitions, resets, and visual standards; maintain store cleanliness.
• Maintain organized sign storage area with current signage and fixtures.
• Lead customer satisfaction, inventory control, safety, loss prevention and store effectiveness.
• Address team and customer concerns with urgency and professionalism.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and laws.
• Cultivate a positive, inclusive and safe work environment; demonstrate At Home values.
• Lead team communication through regular huddles and meetings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Communication

Inventory management

Merchandising

MS Office

HRIS

Scheduling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Task management tools

HRIS systems

Workforce scheduling systems

Job description

Assistant Store Manager – Merchandising

The Assistant Store Manager – Merchandising supports the Store Manager in leading merchandising, store conditioning, and team functions within an At Home store. This role plays a key part in driving store performance in a large-format retail environment with annual sales typically ranging from $6–$10 million by executing merchandising strategies that maximize sales, ensure in-stock conditions, and deliver an exceptional experience for both Team Members and customers. The role leads and develops the Zone Lead team, fosters collaboration, and helps ensure a safe, organized, and high-performing store environment. Success in this role comes from leading by example, maintaining high standards, continuously improving processes, solving problems proactively, and supporting a culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and results for both customers and Team Members.

Essential Functions

• Drive execution of store operations to achieve sales, profit, and overall performance goals, while creating an engaging, customer-focused shopping experience.
• Attract, hire, and develop talent; build internal bench strength and effective succession plans that support long-term growth.
• Drive efficiency and performance through focused coaching, training, and development, encouraging continuous improvement and supporting internal career growth within At Home.
• Support proper staffing to labor model, scheduling, and payroll accuracy while executing plans based on financial and operational metrics to drive sales, control expenses, and improve profitability.
• Plan, prioritize, and oversee merchandising, including transitions, resets, product changes, and maintaining visual integrity and store cleanliness.
• Maintain an organized sign storage area with current signage and fixtures.
• Lead efforts in customer satisfaction, inventory control/shrinkage, safety, loss prevention, and overall store effectiveness.
• Address Team Member and customer concerns with urgency, professionalism and integrity.
• Ensure full compliance with company policies, procedures, and all applicable laws and regulations.
• Champion a positive, inclusive, and safe environment where Team Members can grow, collaborate, and enjoy their work by modeling At Home’s Values
• Lead team communication through regular huddles and meetings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant leadership experience in a big-box and/or high-volume retail environment.
• Proven experience leading teams of 20+ Team Members and managing a minimum of $5M in annual revenue or budget.
• Knowledge of freight processes, inventory control, stocking, and merchandising, with the ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organized store environment.
• Demonstrated integrity, reliability, and commitment to ethical business practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Experience utilizing task management, HRIS, and workforce scheduling systems.
• Strong communication skills, including verbal, written, and comprehension.
• Ability to inspire teams, drive urgency, delegate effectively, and motivate high-performing teams.
• Skilled in prioritizing, multitasking, and adapting to changing business needs.
• Proven ability to analyze data and leverage insights to make informed business decisions and drive performance.
• Customer-focused mindset with a track record of delivering exceptional in-store experience.
• Proven ability to build and sustain a collaborative, engaging and high-performing team culture.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing and walking for extended periods, as well as frequent bending, kneeling, and reaching.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. independently and participate in team lifts up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at varying heights as needed.
• Comfortable working in a retail environment that includes sales floor, stockroom, and receiving areas, with exposure to varying temperatures.
• Ability to use standard retail equipment, including pallet jacks and rolling carts and baler.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions, including lifting, pushing, and pulling.
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.

About Us

At Home is a leading home décor and furnishings retailer driven by our mission to empower people to design their best life at home through style, quality, and everyday value. With over 30,000 products and a store experience built for discovery, we inspire more than 10 million customers each year and serve a growing community of 20 million loyalty members. Our culture is rooted in creativity, collaboration, and doing what’s right—continuously improving how we work while supporting one another and enjoying the ride along the way. If you’re looking for a place where you can grow, contribute, and be part of something meaningful, you’ll feel right at home here.

Summary Of Benefits

At Home is proud to offer competitive benefits for non-temporary positions, including but not limited to:

Full-Time

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and more!
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Volunteer Time
• 25% Store Discount