Assistant Store Manager — Retail Operations & Team Growth

careers-ruralking; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Associate discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Rural King is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to help lead daily store operations and deliver an outstanding customer experience. This role partners with the Store Manager to drive sales, develop associates, oversee merchandising and inventory, ensure operational excellence, and create a safe, engaging shopping environment.

The Assistant Store Manager will coach and develop associates, support recruiting, and lead with Rural King's values of People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail leadership, supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Experience with retail operations, merchandising, inventory management, scheduling, and customer service.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze business performance and drive improvements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and POS systems.
• Ability to work varied schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily retail operations and sales performance with Store Manager.
• Coach and develop associates; conduct evaluations and tracking progress.
• Maintain merchandising standards, inventory accuracy, and loss prevention.
• Support scheduling, labor planning, and ensuring safety compliance.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and resolve issues promptly.

Skills

Retail leadership

Coaching

Customer service

Merchandising

Inventory management

Scheduling

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Retail technology

Inventory software

Job description

Rural King is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to help lead daily store operations and deliver an outstanding customer experience. This role partners with the Store Manager to drive sales, develop associates, oversee merchandising and inventory, ensure operational excellence, and create a safe, engaging shopping environment.

The Assistant Store Manager will coach and develop associates, support recruiting, and lead with Rural King's values of People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative,