Assistant Station Manager

Come grow with us • Union Springs, AL

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About The Position

The Assistant Station Manager is responsible for achieving the station sales plan and maximizing sales performance by driving consistent merchandising standards for national and local promotions and programs. The role works with Sales and Operations leaders and coordinates station priorities, sales-force compliance, technology use, production scheduling, inventory, product allocation, and merchandising resources. It also supports field operations, safety administration, performance management, and communication across the station team.

The position operates in both indoor and outdoor environments, with frequent exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, noise levels, and outdoor weather. Minimal travel may be required for training, meetings, or other business needs. Extended hours, weekend work, and schedule flexibility may be required during peak seasonal periods, particularly during the spring selling season. The role has no supervisory responsibility.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of successful people management experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of in-store service or service management experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective performance management and leadership skills.
• Strong understanding of the retail environment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute detailed work plans.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other business technologies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to and lead change within a dynamic organization.

Nice To Haves

• Route sales experience within a direct store delivery (DSD) model.
• Experience working with live goods or seasonal product categories.

Responsibilities

• Oversee DOT, trucking, and safety compliance for the station sales force, including Samsara monitoring and compliance documentation.
• Partner with Sales and Operations, the Division Sales Manager, and National Account leaders to align on station priorities and execution.
• Ensure the station sales force uses technology tools and retail sales applications, including GoSpotCheck, handheld scanning devices, and other field equipment.
• Coordinate with the Station Manager on production scheduling, inventory availability, product allocation, and load list creation to support national and local account plans.
• Plan, order, allocate, and maintain merchandising resources, including racks, signage, sign holders, scanners, price guns, lumber, paint, and other field tools.
• Provide basic hardware and device support for field operations.
• Support performance management and maintain disciplinary documentation related to safety, trucking compliance, and shuttle driver performance.
• Coordinate cart returns and communicate quality issues, inventory gaps, and operational concerns to field teams.
• Assist with accident reporting and administration of the safety management system.
• Promote effective communication, collaboration, and accountability across the station team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed