Assistant Store Manager - Merchandising

At Home Group•Gaithersburg, MD

About The Position

The Assistant Store Manager – Merchandising supports the Store Manager in leading merchandising, store conditioning, and team functions at an At Home store. In a large-format retail environment with annual sales typically ranging from $6 million to $10 million, this role executes merchandising strategies to maximize sales, maintain in-stock conditions, and deliver an exceptional experience for Team Members and customers. The role leads and develops the Zone Lead team and helps maintain a safe, organized, and high-performing store environment. Success requires leading by example, maintaining high standards, improving processes, proactively solving problems, and supporting a culture of teamwork, accountability, and results. The position drives store operations and performance goals, develops talent, supports staffing and payroll processes, and oversees merchandising activities including transitions, resets, product changes, visual integrity, and store cleanliness. It also leads efforts related to customer satisfaction, inventory control, safety, loss prevention, compliance, and team communication. The role requires the ability to meet physical demands such as extended standing and walking, frequent bending, kneeling, and reaching; lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds independently and participating in team lifts up to 100 pounds; climbing ladders; and performing repetitive lifting, pushing, and pulling. Work takes place across the sales floor, stockroom, and receiving areas, with exposure to varying temperatures. Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is required based on business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least 3 years of relevant leadership experience in a big-box and/or high-volume retail environment.
Experience leading teams of 20 or more Team Members and managing at least $5 million in annual revenue or budget.
Knowledge of freight processes, inventory control, stocking, and merchandising, and ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organized store environment.
Integrity, reliability, and commitment to ethical business practices.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Experience using task management, HRIS, and workforce scheduling systems.
Strong verbal and written communication and comprehension skills.
Ability to inspire teams, create urgency, delegate effectively, and motivate high-performing teams.
Ability to prioritize, multitask, and adapt to changing business needs.
Ability to analyze data and use insights to inform business decisions and drive performance.
Customer-focused mindset and track record of delivering an exceptional in-store experience.
Ability to build and sustain a collaborative, engaging, and high-performing team culture.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently bend, kneel, and reach.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds independently and participate in team lifts up to 100 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders and work at varying heights as needed.
Ability to perform repetitive motions, including lifting, pushing, and pulling.
Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Drive store operations to achieve sales, profit, and overall performance goals while creating an engaging, customer-focused shopping experience.
Attract, hire, and develop talent; build internal bench strength and effective succession plans.
Coach, train, and develop Team Members, supporting continuous improvement and internal career growth.
Support staffing to the labor model, scheduling, and payroll accuracy; execute plans using financial and operational metrics to drive sales, control expenses, and improve profitability.
Plan, prioritize, and oversee merchandising, including transitions, resets, product changes, visual integrity, and store cleanliness.
Maintain an organized sign storage area with current signage and fixtures.
Lead efforts in customer satisfaction, inventory control and shrinkage, safety, loss prevention, and overall store effectiveness.
Address Team Member and customer concerns with urgency, professionalism, and integrity.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
Champion a positive, inclusive, and safe environment by modeling At Home’s Values.
Lead team communication through regular huddles and meetings.
Perform additional duties as assigned.