Freight Flow Assistant Manager-Part Time

World Market; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Freight Flow Assistant Manager in Kansas City! This part-time role offers the chance to lead a customer-first culture, develop a high-performance team, and execute daily business tasks in a supportive environment. With over 60 years of experience, this innovative company values diversity and empowers its associates to thrive. Enjoy flexible scheduling, an associate discount, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan. If you’re passionate about retail and leadership, this is your opportunity to shine in a dynamic marketplace!

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Associate discount

Medical and Dental Insurance

Vision Coverage

401(k) Savings Plan

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years of leadership experience in retail preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead a customer-first selling culture with effective routines.
• Recruit and develop a high-performance, customer-focused team.

Skills

Leadership skills

Customer Experience behaviors

Creative problem solving

Attention to detail

Effective delegation

Sound decision-making

Job description

Freight Flow Assistant Manager-Part Time

Apply at locations MO, Kansas City, 1111 West 136Th St., Overland Park

Time type: Part time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

Job requisition id: R-0102949

Who We Are
For over 60 years, we have curated a unique marketplace filled with inspiring finds for the home decorator, entertainer, and gifter. From international foods and hand-picked wine and beverages to artisan furniture and on-trend décor, we offer a high-quality assortment at a great value you won’t find anywhere else. Our culture of diversity and belonging allows us to thrive as a team.

What You’ll Do

• In partnership with the Store Manager, model and lead a customer-first selling culture through effective routines, visual brand standards, and engagement behaviors.
• Assess and analyze business trends utilizing all available reporting to problem-solve business opportunities and take appropriate action.
• Consistently exemplify, maintain, and foster the culture and values of World Market.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performance, customer-focused team that aligns with our company values through training, recognition, and performance management.
• Support and maintain a safe work environment through ongoing safety training, awareness, and accountability.
• Plan for and execute daily business tasks and duties assigned by and in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by and in the absence of the Store Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of Customer Experience, Freight Flow, or Merchandising

• Specific areas of duties and responsibilities will be determined by the Store Manager based on the needs of the business.

What You’ll Bring

• Leadership skills including: Excellent Customer Experience behaviors, a strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, creative problem solving and sound decision-making skills that align with strategic initiatives, effective delegation and validation, and the ability to execute daily priorities efficiently.
• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant leadership experience in a fast-paced specialty retail selling culture is preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, depending upon the needs of the business.
• Minimum Age 21 years.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Why We Love It

• Flexible scheduling to support your work-life balance.
• Associate discount to World Market!
• A fun and supportive work environment where you feel welcome and safe.
• A culture of inclusion that empowers you to be your best authentic self.
• Eligible associates are offered Medical and Dental Insurance, Vision Coverage, 401(k) Savings Plan, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance and more.

Part time associates are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) retirement savings plan after working 250 hours within their first three (3) months of employment.

If you need reasonable accommodations to complete the on-line application, please contact the Human Resource Department:

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Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable laws.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of World Market, LLC. to recruit, hire, train, promote, transfer and compensate our associates and provide all other conditions of employment without regard to any basis prohibited by applicable law.