Assistant Store Manager

Assistant Store Manager

Bedford Ace Hardware | Bedford, NY

Full-Time | $30.00 per hour + Overtime Eligible

Bedford Hardware is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to help lead our team and support the daily operations of our locally owned hardware store. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys developing people, solving problems, and delivering exceptional customer service.

What Youll Do

• Lead and support a team of associates on the sales floor
• Provide outstanding customer service and resolve issues professionally
• Assist with scheduling, training, and team development
• Help oversee merchandising, inventory, and store presentation
• Open and close the store as needed
• Work closely with ownership to ensure smooth daily operations

What Were Looking For

• Previous retail supervisory or management experience required
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Hardware, home improvement, or related experience preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and remain active throughout the workday

Compensation & Benefits

• $30.00 per hour
• Overtime eligible
• Five days per week, consisting of four scheduled weekdays plus every Sunday
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employee discount
• Profit-sharing eligibility after one year
• Opportunities for advancement and increased responsibility

Why Bedford Hardware?

This position is ideal for an experienced retail leader seeking a stable, long-term opportunity with a locally owned business. For the right person, there is significant opportunity to grow into expanded leadership responsibilities over time.

If you take pride in building teams, serving customers, and making a meaningful impact in your workplace, wed love to hear from you.

Notice to Applicant about this Employer: You are applying for a job with an independently owned and operated cooperative member of Ace Hardware Corporation, who owns and operates this Ace Hardware retail store location. Ace Hardware Corporation is not the employer for this position. The independent store owner alone is responsible for and independently makes all decisions concerning employment related matters, including hiring, firing, discipline, supervision, staffing and scheduling. Ace Hardware Corporation will not receive a copy of any applications submitted for this position, does not control interviews and/or hiring decisions, and has no control over or responsibility for the employment policies and practices of the independent store owner. If hired, the independent store owner will be your only employer. The Ace Hardware trademarks, logos and designs are owned by Ace Hardware Corporation and used by independent store owners under a license from Ace Hardware Corporation

Company Introduction

Bedford Ace Hardware prides itself on delivering an exceptional in-store experience every day. If you enjoy helping people, staying active, and working on a team that takes pride in what it does, you may be a great fit.

Check out our 5-star online reviews to see what customers say about shopping with us and working with our team.