Store Operations Lead — Assistant Manager

Coastal Country; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Country in Albany, Oregon is seeking a Store Manager-on-Duty to oversee daily operations in the absence of the Store Manager. Responsibilities include promoting customer service, managing merchandise, inventory, expenses, and staff. You will also ensure security, payroll, and daily decision-making to drive sales and profitability.

The role requires adaptability, retail know-how, and strong communication skills to lead a team across departments and deliver exceptional customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have strong customer service and communication skills.
• Experience with retail operations and store financials is preferred.
• Proficiency with Word/Excel and store software is expected.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate promotions and merchandise displays.
• Recruit, train, and assess staff performance.
• Plan work schedules and assign duties.
• Monitor inventory and reorder merchandise.
• Ensure security and recordkeeping compliance.
• Address customer inquiries and solve problems.
• Open/close the store and manage payroll within budget.

Skills

Customer service

Communication (written & verbal)

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Retail concepts & practices

Reading & understanding reports

Microsoft Word

Excel

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Eagle Browser

POS system

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Coastal Country in Albany, Oregon is seeking a Store Manager-on-Duty to oversee daily operations in the absence of the Store Manager. Responsibilities include promoting customer service, managing merchandise, inventory, expenses, and staff. You will also ensure security, payroll, and daily decision-making to drive sales and profitability.

The role requires adaptability, retail know-how, and strong communication skills to lead a team across departments and deliver exceptional customer experiences.