Merchandising Assistant Store Manager

Position Overview

Merchandising Assistant Store Manager in Training (MASM‑IT) will gain hands‑on experience in the key responsibilities and functions of a Specialty Assistant Store Manager at The Home Depot. The program includes comprehensive training, mentorship, and leadership development. MASMs will learn to oversee Merchandising departments such as Garden, Hardware, Lumber, Building Materials, Plumbing, and Electrical to enhance customer service, product availability, and store presentation.

They will collaborate with the Store Manager, Assistant Store Managers (ASMs), and merchandising field teams to develop and implement strategies that boost sales and profitability.

Base Pay Range

$65,000 – $75,000 per year

Key Responsibilities

• 15% – Customer
  
  Experience:
  
  Supervise associates, lead a customer‑first culture, and resolve customer concerns promptly.
• 10% – Operations Management:
  Perform opening, closing, and other store‑wide duties; enforce company policies, safety compliance, and maintain operational accuracy.
• 10% – Safety:
  Ensure self and associates follow safety and hazardous‑materials procedures.
• 15% – Sales and Productivity:
  Plan merchandise placement, support stock integrity, and manage daily financial operations.
• 50% – Training and Preparation for Assistant Manager:
  Participate in a structured program covering retail store management, including staffing, scheduling, inventory, performance management, and associate discipline.

Direct Manager / Direct Reports

• Reports to Store Manager
• 0 Direct Reports

Travel Requirements

• Typical overnight travel less than 5% of the time.

Physical Requirements

• Must continuously stand or walk; frequently lift, handle, or carry items weighing 8–20 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Indoor retail environment; occasional unpleasant conditions are infrequent and not objectionable.

Minimum Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Legally permitted to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross‑functional teams

Minimum Education

• High school diploma or GED

Preferred Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related to the job

Minimum Years of Work Experience

• 1 year

Preferred Years of Work Experience

• 3 years

Minimum Leadership Experience

• 3 years

Preferred Leadership Experience

• 3 years

Certifications

• None

Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Customer Focus
• Drives Results
• Resourcefulness

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Consumer Services

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