Ace Hardware logo

Assistant Store Manager

Ace Hardware
  • Delmont, Pennsylvania
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Join a team where service, teamwork, and community come together.

    Ace Thrift Supply Delmont is looking for an experienced and motivated individual to join our team as a Assistant Store Manager.


    As Store Assistant Manager, you’ll lead a team of sales associates and leads, ensuring smooth operations, strong sales performance, and exceptional customer service. You’ll play a key role in staff training, coaching, and development while helping the business achieve its goals. This is an excellent opportunity for retail leaders looking to grow their careers with a supportive, community-driven organization.

     

    What to Expect

    • Hands-on leadership – Supervise daily operations, provide direction to associates, and set a standard of excellence in customer service and performance
    • Customer-first culture – Ensure every customer receives outstanding service and resolve escalated issues with professionalism
    • Sales & business growth – Help drive sales, monitor performance, and motivate the team to achieve store goals
    • Operational responsibility – Support scheduling, task delegation, merchandising, and inventory management
    • Growth and advancement – Build leadership experience with opportunities for advancement into Store Manager and beyond
    • Work-life balance – Enjoy rotating weekends off while being part of a business that serves the community every day 

    Key Responsibilities

    • Store Operations – Manage daily operations including employee responsibilities, staff scheduling, and compliance with company standards
    • Customer Experience – Deliver and model excellent service, resolve customer concerns, and foster a culture of hospitality
    • Sales & Growth – Support sales initiatives, monitor KPIs, promote Ace Rewards, and help implement marketing and merchandising strategies
    • Inventory & Merchandising – Oversee stock levels, ordering accuracy, promotional execution, and merchandising standards
    • Financial Support – Assist with budgeting, expense control, and reporting on business performance
    • Team Leadership & Development – Train, coach, and provide feedback to associates while supporting performance management and career development
    • Compliance & Workplace Culture – Uphold safety, HR, and operational policies while promoting teamwork and accountability 

    Qualifications & Requirements

    • Minimum 2 years of experience in a retail management or supervisory role (assistant manager or equivalent preferred)
    • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
    • Proven ability to motivate, coach, and develop teams
    • Commercial mindset with a focus on sales growth and customer service excellence
    • Proficient with POS systems and basic IT tools; able to learn store operations software
    • Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and working on your feet for extended periods
    • Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays
    • Reliable, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment 

    Why Join Ace Thrift Supply?

    • Competitive pay with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
    • Leadership training and growth potential across multiple locations
    • Supportive management and a community-focused workplace
    • Employee discount, health and dental insurance,paid time off, and more
    • Trusted local brand backed by the strength of the Ace Hardware network 

    Ace Thrift Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

    At Ace Thrift Supply, we go beyond hardware: we build futures, communities, and purpose -- together.

    Work schedule

    • 8 hour shift
    • Day shift
    • Weekend availability

    Supplemental pay

    • Bonus pay

    Benefits

    • Paid time off
    • Health insurance
    • Dental insurance
    • Vision insurance
    • Employee discount
    • Paid training
    • Referral program
    • Other

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDelmont, Pennsylvania
    IndustryRetail
    Company Size10,000 employees or more
    Year Founded1924
    Websitehttp://www.acehardware.com/

    About Company

    Ace Hardware Corporation has grown to become one of the nation's leading "helpful hardware" retailer-owned cooperatives. As a member of the Ace corporate team, you'll have an opportunity to play a valuable role in our ongoing success, while contributing work you believe in and receiving world-class benefits that help Ace team members balance their personal and professional lives.
    Benefits
    • Comprehensive Medical Coverage
    • Prescription Drug Coverage
    • Vision Coverage
    • Dental Coverage
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability / Salary Continuation
    • Long-Term Disability

    Skills

    • Budgetingunmatched
    • Business Growthunmatched
    • Career Counselingunmatched
    • Coachingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Community Supportunmatched
    • Corporate Complianceunmatched
    • Customer Experienceunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Expense Reportsunmatched
    • Financial Supportunmatched
    • Futuresunmatched
    • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Inventory Managementunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Marketing Strategyunmatched
    • Merchandisingunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Operationsunmatched
    • Operations Managementunmatched
    • Performance Analysisunmatched
    • Performance Managementunmatched
    • Performance Metricsunmatched
    • Point of Sale (POS) Systemsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
    • Retailunmatched
    • Retail Managementunmatched
    • Revenue Growthunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Salesunmatched
    • Sales Supportunmatched
    • Staff Trainingunmatched
    • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched

    Be found by employers

    5,500+ employers search our resume database daily. Add yours to get found by recruiters looking for candidates like you.

    Level up your application

    Professional resume templates

    Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.

    Free resume templates

    Free resume builder

    Improve your existing resume or start from scratch and create a standout, ATS-friendly resume. Add job-specific content, download and apply.

    Free resume builder