Store Leadership: Customer-First & Growth Driver

World Market; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

30% shopping discount

Wellness resources

401(k) Savings Plan

Job summary

World Market in West Columbia, SC is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a high‑performing team and drive sales while upholding our customer‑first values.

You will partner with the Store Manager to develop staff, manage daily operations, and execute merchandising, safety, and loss‑prevention standards.

The role requires flexible scheduling including nights and weekends; benefits include 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of leadership experience in a fast-paced specialty retail environment.
• Strong communication and coaching abilities with a customer-first mindset.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and delegate to meet daily goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead a customer-first selling culture by driving engagement and brand values.
• Analyze trends and use reporting to identify opportunities and take action.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing team with training and recognition.
• Oversee daily tasks in collaboration with the Store Manager across operations and merchandising.
• Ensure loss prevention, safety, and inventory procedures are followed.

Skills

Leadership

Customer experience

Operations

Communication

Coaching

De-escalation

Planning

Urgency

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Delegation

Team leadership

Job description

World Market in West Columbia, SC is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a high‑performing team and drive sales while upholding our customer‑first values.

You will partner with the Store Manager to develop staff, manage daily operations, and execute merchandising, safety, and loss‑prevention standards.

The role requires flexible scheduling including nights and weekends; benefits include 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.