Furniture Outlet Assistant Store Manager (Gastonia, NC)

Sauder Woodworking Co.; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading furniture company is seeking a dynamic Assistant Store Manager for their Gastonia outlet. This role involves operational support, staff management, and driving sales. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership and communication skills, along with a proven sales background. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including vacation and a 401(k).

Benefits

401(k)

Company-funded health savings account

Free counseling

Furniture discounts

Tuition reimbursement

3 weeks of vacation

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of management experience required.
• Evening and weekend availability is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting, training, and supervising store employees.
• Lead sales efforts through effective merchandising and customer service.
• Oversee inventory management and ensure optimal inventory levels.

Skills

Sales

Leadership

Communication

Organizational

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Furniture Outlet Assistant Store Manager (Gastonia, NC)

Gastonia, NC, USA

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 4:00 AM

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Furniture Outlet Store Assistant Manager. The Assistant Store Manager will provide operational and supervisory support to the Store Manager and is responsible for all aspects of the store in the absence of the Store Manager. The Assistant Store Manager is the top salesperson in the store, driving others to excel.

Key Responsibilities

• Staff Management:Assist in recruiting, training, and supervising store employees. Schedule shifts and assign tasks.
• Sales:Lead sales efforts through effective merchandising, promotions, and customer service. Monitor sales performance and implement strategies to achieve targets.
• Inventory Control:Oversee inventory management, including ordering, stocking, and tracking merchandise. Ensure optimal inventory levels.
• Customer Service:Address customer inquiries and complaints promptly. Maintain a high standard of customer service.
• Store Operations:Ensure the store is clean, organized, and well-maintained. Assist in managing cash handling and financial transactions.
• Communication:Maintain strong communication skills. Regularly communicate with the Store Manager and senior leaders.
• Compliance:Ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and legal regulations.
• Reporting:Assist in reviewing regular reports on sales, inventory, and employee performance. Provide feedback to the Store Manager.

Qualifications

• Availability: Evening and weekend availability is required.
• Education: High School Diploma
• Experience: Sales experience required. 1-2 years of management experience.
• Skills: Strong salesperson, leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Pay Summary

Expected offer range: $ 19.50-22.95/hour plus sales commission. The actual salary will be based on factors such as relevant experience and skills.

We believe that all people are capable of great things. Because of this, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the requirements that are listed within this job description.

Sauder is a family company, so we believe in a healthy work-life balance for our employees. We want employees to know their time here is more than just a job--they can build a life-long career at Sauder. We have a culture of continuous improvement and internal advancement. We provide 3 weeks of vacation and a full benefit package beginning at 30 days. Other perks include 401(k), a company-funded health savings account, free counseling, furniture discounts, and tuition reimbursement.

Sauder Woodworking Co. is North America's leading producer of ready-to-assemble (RTA) furniture and one of the top five residential furniture manufacturers in the United States. An authentic American original, a majority of Sauder furniture is manufactured in Archbold, Ohio--right where we were founded in 1934. We have thrived for 90 years because we have led with integrity and respect, were great stewards of our resources, found better ways, and remained flexible .