Retail Assistant Manager: Lead Team & Guest Experience

Newell Brands; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Newell Brands in Newark, NJ is hiring to support the Store Manager in delivering an exceptional guest experience and driving profitable top-line sales growth. Responsibilities include building a high-performing team, recruiting and developing staff, optimizing scheduling, and ensuring store standards in merchandising and safety.

The role emphasizes coaching, performance improvement, and strong communication to meet KPIs, manage inventory, and uphold company values of integrity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management (2+ years preferred).
• Strong leadership and team management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient in retail software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical skills and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building a high-performing store team.
• Support recruitment, hiring, and development of staff.
• Help meet staffing goals, including seasonal hiring.
• Provide onboarding and ongoing development for team.
• Contribute to delivering exceptional guest experience and sales growth.
• Maintain store appearance and compliance with policies.
• Assist in scheduling and payroll targets.
• Support inventory management and loss prevention.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Analytical skills

Flexibility

Retail software

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

POS software

Job description

Newell Brands in Newark, NJ is hiring to support the Store Manager in delivering an exceptional guest experience and driving profitable top-line sales growth. Responsibilities include building a high-performing team, recruiting and developing staff, optimizing scheduling, and ensuring store standards in merchandising and safety.

The role emphasizes coaching, performance improvement, and strong communication to meet KPIs, manage inventory, and uphold company values of integrity and teamwork.