Assistant Manager: Freight Flow/Merchandising

Why You’ll Love World Market For over 60 years, World Market has searched the globe for design inspiration, emerging trends, and time‑honored handicrafts, bringing you stylish home décor, quality furniture, thoughtful gifts, and one of the largest assortments of international foods, beverages, and candy. You won’t find a store and team like this anywhere else! From handpicked finds to heartfelt teamwork, World Market is where uniqueness isn’t just celebrated—it’s what sets us apart. Our team means the world to us! We value authenticity, empowerment and respect. If you’re looking for a place where you can be yourself, contribute in meaningful ways, and have a little fun while doing it—you’ve found it! What You’ll Enjoy Flexible scheduling that supports your lifestyle & work‑life balance Up to 30% shopping discount on our unique finds for you and your designated shopper Working with a team that thinks the world of you Wellness resources to be and do your best Anniversary and recognition programs that celebrate you Hands‑on training for career growth made for you Access to benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Assistance Program, and more (learn more about benefits and eligibility) What You’ll Do As an Assistant Manager, you will play a key leadership role in driving sales and profitability, fostering a customer‑first selling culture, and executing daily business priorities. In partnership with the Store Manager, you will be responsible for leading and developing a high‑performance team while maintaining our values, brand, policies, and operational standards. Model and lead a customer‑first selling culture by driving engagement, customer loyalty initiatives, visual standards, and brand values. Analyze business trends using all available reporting to problem‑solve opportunities and take appropriate action. Consistently exemplify, maintain, and foster the culture and values of World Market. Plan for and execute daily business tasks and duties assigned by and in the absence of the Store Manager. Recruit, develop, and retain a high‑performance, customer‑focused team that aligns with our company values through training, recognition, and performance management. Utilize all company tools and training resources to educate and validate team execution of key business functions. Validate and maintain all Loss Prevention policies and procedures and inventory management initiatives. Support and maintain a safe work environment through ongoing safety training, awareness, and accountability. Skills & Experience You'll Bring Proven leadership experience delivering results, customer experience, and operational results in a fast‑paced environment. Effective communication skills, openness to feedback, and ability to adapt quickly. Ability to provide in‑moment coaching to associates. Ability to de‑escalate store and customer situations effectively. Ability to plan and prioritize according to business needs. Strong sense of urgency. Attention to detail. Creative problem solving. Sound decision‑making skills. Effective delegation skills. Ability to execute daily priorities efficiently. Minimum of 2+ years of leadership experience in a fast‑paced specialty retail environment (preferred). Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs. Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, climb ladders, and lift up to 40 lbs. as needed. Minimum age: 21 years. Compensation & Benefits Hourly Pay Range: $20.16 – $24.16. Full‑time and part‑time associates are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) retirement savings plan after three (3) months of service. All associates earn paid sick leave. Full‑time employees become eligible for additional benefits—including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, Commuter Benefits, and Employee Assistance—on the first of the month following 30 days of continuous employment. Application Deadline July 03, 2026. Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of World Market, LLC to recruit, hire, train, promote, transfer and compensate our associates and provide all other conditions of employment, including company‑sponsored events, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, lawful alien status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, employment status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable laws, which may include the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the Los Angeles City Fair Chance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr World Market