Assistant General Manager

Assistant General ManagerAce Hardware Urgent Hiring: Immediate Opening for a Highly Skilled Assistant General ManagerAre you looking for a supportive and enthusiastic work environment where your leadership can truly make a difference? Do you thrive in a dynamic retail setting that values community and personal growth?Join 66 Hardware Company, a family-owned group of Ace Hardware stores with 5 stores in North Texas and 2 stores in Oklahoma, as a talented Assistant General Manager. We offer a fun, loving atmosphere with competitive wages, excellent benefits, and a clear career path to help you grow your skills in retail management and team leadership. Be part of a company that values fun, accountability, service, and teamwork—our F.A.S.T. values guide everything we do.The Assistant General Manager supports the General Manager in leading all aspects of store operations to deliver exceptional customer experience and drive store performance. This role includes overseeing daily operational functions, supervising team members, executing merchandising plans, and ensuring compliance with store policies and procedures. The Assistant General Manager also plays a key role in mentoring staff, resolving customer concerns, and stepping into leadership in the General Manager's absence.Key ResponsibilitiesAssists the General Manager in leading overall store operations to achieve company goals and deliver exceptional customer service.Manage sales, expenses, profits, and assets while fostering a positive and safe work environment.Train, delegate, and monitor associates' progress to support their personal and professional development.Handle customer interactions with a friendly, outgoing demeanor and resolve issues effectively.Ensure store cleanliness, orderliness, and compliance with safety and loss prevention standards.Inventory & MerchandisingOversee receiving, stocking, and inventory management to maintain optimal product levels.Support merchandise resets and ensure signage is current and attractive.Assist with cycle counts and manage back stock efficiently to maximize store profitability.Leadership & Team DevelopmentRecruit, hire, train, and coach associates to build a motivated and enthusiastic team.Lead by example and foster a collaborative, supportive store culture.Participate actively in management meetings and communicate opportunities for improvement.Benefits & Work ScheduleFull-time position with flexible scheduling, including day shifts, weekends, and holidays.Enjoy paid time off, health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employee discounts and bonus pay.Work on-site in a vibrant community-focused store with opportunities for career advancement.