Retail Assistant Manager

Bob's Discount Furniture; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount

Career progression

Job summary

Bob's Discount Furniture in Dover, DE is seeking a Retail Assistant Manager to lead the sales floor and oversee back-end operations. This full-time, on-site role balances team leadership with hands-on logistics to ensure smooth store performance.

Availability on weekends, evenings, and holidays is required. You will drive exceptional customer experiences, coach staff, and align store execution with corporate standards while embracing The Bob’s Way.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of retail, warehouse, or operations management experience.
• Proven leadership and operational oversight experience.
• Must be at least 18 years old to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop store team to achieve sales and service goals.
• Oversee front-end and back-end operations, logistics, and inventory control.
• Drive customer experience improvements and ensure policy compliance.
• Coach staff, manage performance, and resolve conflicts on the floor.

Skills

Leadership

Operational planning

Logistics

Customer experience

Performance coaching

Conflict resolution

Cross-functional communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

## Retail Assistant ManagerApply: Dover DE: Full time: Posted Today: R-33044**Job Title** Retail Assistant Manager **Job Overview**Join Bob’s Discount Furniture as a Retail Assistant Manager and help drive operational excellence and exceptional customer experiences in a fun, fast-paced retail environment. This role balances leadership on the sales floor with strategic oversight of back-end operations, logistics, and team development. You’ll support store performance, drive operational goals, and play a key role in executing The Bob’s Way. This is a full-time, on-site position in a retail showroom. Availability on weekends, evenings, and holidays is required. **What You’ll Bring to Bob’s**At Bob’s Discount Furniture, we value the unique skills and experiences that each candidate brings. Success in this role is driven by a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, behavioral and leadership skills, and customer focus. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy leveraging your skills to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you! **Key Skills for Success**To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate strengths in the following skill areas: **Core Competencies & Expertise*** Leadership and team development* Operational planning and execution* Logistics and inventory control* Customer experience enhancement* Performance management and coaching* Conflict resolution and decision-making* Cross-functional communication* Time management and prioritization **Preferred Competencies & Skills*** Experience in retail or warehouse management* Sales and showroom merchandising knowledge* Experience leading backend operations* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience* Familiarity with safety and compliance procedures **Who We Are**At Bob’s, we have fun, we love what we do, and we’re growing fast! As one of the leading omni-channel furniture retailers in the country with over 200 stores, we’re committed to creating a workplace that values skills-based hiring, diverse perspectives, and an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. **How We Will Support Your Success**We know you have many choices when it comes to your career. At Bob’s, we invest in your growth, well-being, and career advancement. **Benefits & Perks*** Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance* Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick leave, holidays, and your birthday!* 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with a generous company match* Pet Insurance and employer-paid Life Insurance options* Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement, on-demand learning, and career progression pathways* Employee Discount starting on Day 1, plus exclusive partner discounts* Bob’s Helping Hand and Bail Out financial assistance programs* And so much more! #HBDFHP **Our Culture & Core Values**At Bob’s, we believe in fostering a positive, inclusive, and skill-driven work environment. Our core values—Honesty, Integrity, Transparency, Community, Safety, Diversity, Accountability, and Fun—guide everything we do. We’re not just a workplace; we’re a team that supports and celebrates each other! **Minimum Qualifications*** 2–5 years of retail, warehouse, or operations management experience* Proven success in team leadership and operational oversight* Must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment with Bob’s **Physical Demands*** Ability to lift, move, or slide merchandise up to 75 lbs.* Must be able to stand for extended periods and walk the sales floor regularly* Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift **Diversity is a Core Value at Bob’s**At Bob’s Discount Furniture, we want you to feel at home. Whether you’re shopping with us or a part of the Bob’s team, we want you to know that you are valued, appreciated, and free to be who you are. We are committed to creating a place as diverse as the communities we serve. *It is policy of Bob’s Discount Furniture, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state or local law.**If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact* *[e-mail]**. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.*