Assistant Store Manager - Night Operations

The Home Depot; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major home improvement retailer seeks a Night Operations Assistant Store Manager in Training to oversee overnight operations and ensure customer service excellence. Candidates will undergo a thorough training program, allowing them to collaborate with store management and develop leadership skills. Required qualifications include a high school diploma and three years of relevant work experience. The role involves physical activities and adherence to safety protocols, contributing to a successful retail environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• 3 years of work experience in a relevant role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise associates in selling effort and enhance customer service.
• Perform opening and closing responsibilities and adhere to safety protocols.
• Participate in training programs for retail management.

Skills

Action Oriented

Collaborates

Customer Focus

Develops Talent

Drives Results

Resourcefulness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Position Purpose

Night Operations Assistant Store Manager in Training (NOASM‑IT) will gain hands‑on experience in the key responsibilities and functions of a Night Operations Assistant Store Manager at The Home Depot. The OAM‑IT will undergo a comprehensive training program that includes hands‑on experience, mentorship, and leadership development. During their training, NOASMs in Training will become familiar with Manager on Duty duties and will focus on overseeing overnight freight operations to ensure the successful execution of core freight handling programs. They will frequently collaborate with Night Replenishment Managers (NRMs) to manage the unload, pack out, and pack down NOASM’s in Training will collaborate with the Store Manager, Assistant Store Managers (ASMs), and field teams and learn to develop and implement strategies that boost sales and profitability, creating actionable game plans for departmental success, and ensuring smooth department operations. NOASM‑ITs are expected to lead by example. Additionally, they have a responsibility to uphold, maintain, and support all lawful company policies and positions. During the NOASM‑IT training period, which will be up to 6 weeks, you will be learning to execute OASM key responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• 10% – Customer Experience: supervising associates in the selling effort and lead GET culture and set the example. Drive customer service and associate engagement through the store; ensure customer concerns are solved effectively and take necessary actions to resolve situations promptly
• 15% – Operations Management: perform opening, closing MOD and other whole‑store focus responsibilities. Adhere to all company policies and procedures and hold associates accountable for following all company policies. Command of store standard operating procedures (SOPs), especially those involving safety compliance and learn tactics to maintain process accuracy and take steps to mitigate shrink
• 15% – Safety: ensure self and associates follow all safety and hazmat procedures and safety matters guidelines at all times
• 10% – Sales and Productivity: work with key partners to plan merchandise placement, signing and support stock integrity through inventory management. ASMs in Training will learn how to maintain and operate all store equipment and systems as well as how to manage daily financial operations
• 50% – Training and preparing for Assistant Manager Position: participate in a structured training program covering all aspects of retail store management, including operations, customer service, sales & profitability, and company policies and procedures. Learn and demonstrate tactics to support key accountability: staffing and scheduling, identifying and resolving stock deficiencies, supervising associates in selling behaviors, resolving customer issues and concerns, and supporting service needs for both installed sales/special orders and product sales. Learn and demonstrate the performance management process, to include review of associate performance and how to execute the associate disciplinary process when necessary. Complete all assigned training modules and assessments.

Direct Manager/Direct Reports

• This position typically reports to the Store Manager
• This position has 0 direct reports

Travel Requirements

• Typically requires overnight travel less than 5% of the time

Physical Requirements

• Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, and lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward

Working Conditions

• Located in a comfortable indoor area. Conditions could produce mild discomfort on occasion

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross‑functional teams

Minimum Education

• The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED

Preferred Education

• The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job

Minimum Years Of Work Experience

• 3

Preferred Years Of Work Experience

• 3

Minimum Leadership Experience

• 3

Preferred Leadership Experience

• 3

Certifications

• None

Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Customer Focus
• Develops Talent
• Drives Results
• Resourcefulness