Retail Assistant Manager Full-Time

E&H Ace Hardware; Chesterland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

E&H Ace Hardware in Chesterland, OH is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Store Manager to support daily store operations and drive sales. You will coach team members, oversee opening/closing shifts, manage inventory, and ensure excellent customer service on the sales floor.

Join a family-owned, locally operated retailer with growth opportunities across store operations. The role requires leadership experience, strong communication, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of prior retail leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications (Microsoft Office, Teams, etc.)
• Ability to lead others while also working independently.
• Familiarity with hardware or home improvement retail is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Coach and train team members using E&H’s Customer First Sales Culture
• Lead by example in providing helpful, solution-based service to every customer
• Supervise daily store operations including opening, closing, and manager-on-duty shifts
• Support merchandising and ensure promotional signage and seasonal displays are accurate and complete
• Help customers with purchases, returns, special orders, and online fulfillment
• Manage inventory through cycle counts and stock-level monitoring
• Oversee the accurate receiving, checking-in, and stocking of merchandise
• Maintain a clean, organized sales floor, stock room, and outdoor areas
• Participate in store resets and reorganizations
• Address and resolve customer or employee concerns professionally and promptly
• Foster a safe and secure store environment and take proactive steps to prevent theft and accidents
• Operate store systems including POS and ACENET with confidence
• Be flexible and available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

Job description

Location: Chesterland, OH

Job Id:2620

# of Openings:2

Retail Assistant Store Manager Full-Time

E&H Ace Hardware is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Assistant Store Manager to support the daily operations of our Family Owned and Locally Operated retail store in Middlefield Ohio. This leadership role is perfect for someone who thrives in a customer-focused environment and is ready to help drive sales, coach team members, and ensure smooth day-to-day execution on the sales floor.

As an Assistant Store Manager, you’ll work closely with the Store Manager to create a welcoming, productive, and well-organized retail space — all while helping team members grow and customers get what they need to complete their projects.

What you’ll do:

• Coach and train team members using E&H’s Customer First Sales Culture
• Lead by example in providing helpful, solution-based service to every customer
• Supervise daily store operations including opening, closing, and manager-on-duty shifts
• Support merchandising and ensure promotional signage and seasonal displays are accurate and complete
• Help customers with purchases, returns, special orders, and online fulfillment
• Manage inventory through cycle counts and stock-level monitoring
• Oversee the accurate receiving, checking-in, and stocking of merchandise
• Maintain a clean, organized sales floor, stock room, and outdoor areas
• Participate in store resets and reorganizations
• Address and resolve customer or employee concerns professionally and promptly
• Foster a safe and secure store environment and take proactive steps to prevent theft and accidents
• Operate store systems including POS and ACENET with confidence
• Be flexible and available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of prior retail leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
• Proficiency with basic computer applications (Microsoft Office, Teams, etc.)
• Ability to lead others while also working independently
• Familiarity with hardware or home improvement retail is a plus
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Availability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings

Why join E&H Hardware Group?

• Stable, family-owned company with deep roots in Ohio communities
• Career development opportunities across store operations, trades, and leadership
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (Full-Time)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Logo-branded uniforms and outerwear

About Us:

E&H Hardware Group operates multiple Ace Hardware stores and a growing skilled trade service across Ohio. Family-owned for over 90 years, we’re proud to serve local communities with the helpful service and trusted expertise our customers expect. Our company is built on the core value of Local Relationships Built on Trust — and that starts with our people.