Retail Assistant Store Manager

Office Depot • Waxahachie, TX

25d

About The Position

The Retail Assistant Store Manager at Office Depot helps drive total sales and service growth, build a vibrant sales culture, maintain visual and merchandising standards, support freight and logistics activities, and prioritize client satisfaction. The role helps lead a customer-centric environment, engages with the local community, and fosters a positive culture aligned with Office Depot’s 5C values: Caring, Committed, Creative, Collaborative, and Courageous. The Assistant Store Manager is a Key Carrier and leader on duty. The position requires a flexible schedule aligned with business needs, including evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays. Full-time Assistant Managers must also perform External Key Carrier duties, including opening and closing the store. Periodic comprehensive background checks conducted by a third party may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of related experience; retail, sales, customer-facing, and/or supervisory experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use job-related technology and systems.
• Advanced selling skills and a strong customer focus.
• Ability to lead, coach, motivate, and manage conflict.
• Strong problem-solving and time-management skills, with the ability to plan, prioritize, and execute.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively as a team player.
• Business acumen, accountability, drive for results, and sound decision-making.
• Positive, engaging, action-oriented, adaptable, and passionate about the brand, products, services, and solutions.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.
• Full-time Assistant Managers must be able to perform External Key Carrier duties, including opening and closing responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Retail, or a related field preferred.
• Retail, sales, customer-facing, and/or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the management team to drive memorable customer experiences and client satisfaction.
• Ensure Office Depot selling techniques and sales training are executed across the store.
• Foster a sales-focused environment by assisting with associate training and development.
• Model exceptional customer service and product expertise.
• Process merchandise accurately and efficiently in accordance with procedures, deadlines, and visual merchandising standards.
• Identify process improvements and implement plans to reduce waste and inefficiencies.
• Assist the General Manager in guiding and coaching associates to improve performance.
• Contribute to sales and profitability through initiatives focused on conversion, Average Order Value (AOV), and customer satisfaction.
• Guide, direct, and provide ongoing training to store associates, including Print Services associates.
• Facilitate training on the business model and the holistic service offering for clients and customers.
• Observe, coach, and provide feedback to improve associate proficiency and build trust and brand loyalty.
• Exercise independent judgment when providing the General Manager input on associate performance, certifications, and competencies.
• Maintain building and associate safety and security when other managers are absent.
• Perform opening and closing duties, including operating the store alarm system, cash handling, and daily store balancing.
• Ensure regular loss-prevention compliance and fulfill duties associated with the External Key Carrier designation.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and a benefits package, including a 401(k).
• Opportunities to move and grow within the organization.
• Potential eligibility to participate in an incentive program, subject to the Incentive Plan terms and conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED