Assistant Manager

Salary Range: $50,000.00 To $70,000.00 Annually

Looking for a job that’s fast paced and pays you for your efforts? Welcome to Surplus Furniture & Mattress Warehouse, a national furniture chain with locations from Alberta to Newfoundland with a reputation for unbeatable warehouse pricing, no fancy showrooms, no unnecessary overhead, just great furniture, great prices and great people.

The Assistant Manager is an exciting opportunity to take your career to the next level. This role is vital in developing future store leaders who will uphold our commitment to excellent customer service and operational excellence. This role is not for the manager that sits in the office, this is a hands‑on, on the floor selling role. We are looking for driven, customer‑focused Managers who are ready to build a career.

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Experience or interest in retail sales management
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Prior supervisory or managerial experience is preferred but not mandatory

• Energetic, positive, and customer-focused
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Sales-savvy, understanding how to drive sales both for yourself and the store
• A coach and mentor who can keep the team focused, motivated on target

• High School diploma required (post‑secondary preferred)
• Weekend and evening availability
• Reliable transportation
• Proficient in computers/technology

• Assist in daily store operations, ensuring smooth and efficient processes.
• Support the management team in achieving sales targets and customer satisfaction goals.
• Participate in staff training and development activities.
• Help oversee inventory control, merchandising, and store presentation.
• Contribute to team leadership by motivating staff and fostering a positive work environment.
• Learn about budgeting, payroll, and administrative tasks related to retail management.
• Engage with customers to enhance their shopping experience.
• Collaborate with various departments to support company growth objectives.

'Step into your future with Surplus Furniture! If you’re ready to grow your career in retail leadership, we invite you to take the first step toward an exciting journey with us.'

At Surplus Furniture we believe in a personal, human centered hiring process.

• No AI screening
• No automated tools
• Every application reviewed by a real person

To keep the process fair and authentic, we kindly ask applicants not to use AI tools when preparing resumes, cover letters or interview responses.

We are committed to providing accommodations during the recruitment process. If you require assistance or accommodations, please indicate this in your application.

Diversity drives innovation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and occupations. From day one you will be treated with respect.