Assistant Store Manager

Job Title: Assistant Manager – Furniture Sales & Store Operations

Location: Springfield, MO

Company: Gateway Furniture

Job Type: Full-Time | Hourly Base Pay + Weekly Incentives & Performance Bonuses

Schedule: Flexible | Must Be Available Fridays and Saturdays | 40+ Hours/Week

About Us

Gateway Furniture is a fast-growing, locally owned furniture business in Springfield, MO. We pride ourselves on offering top-quality products, competitive pricing, and exceptional customer service. Our close-knit team is passionate, driven, and excited about the journey ahead — and we're looking for a talented Assistant Manager to grow with us and help lead our team to success.

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking a motivated, organized, and leadership-oriented professional who is ready to take on both sales and operational responsibilities. This role is ideal for someone with prior retail or furniture sales experience who is looking to move into management. If you're eager to learn, mentor others, and play a key role in a fast-growing business, this could be the perfect fit.

Qualifications

2–3 years of sales or retail management experience preferred

Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills

Ability to lift 150 lbs overhead and assist with store operations as needed (preferred)

Experience with scheduling, staff training, and basic operational management

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Must be teachable, coachable, and collaborative

Availability to work Fridays and Saturdays

Experience in product-based businesses is a plus

What We Offer

Leadership and team performance bonus incentives — strong earning potential

Flexible scheduling

Collaborative, supportive, and close-knit team environment

Significant opportunities for growth and advancement as the company expands

The chance to make a meaningful impact on a fast-growing local business

Responsibilities

Assist in managing daily store operations and staff workflow

Train, mentor, and motivate sales and operations team members

Greet and assist customers in a professional and engaging manner

Provide expert product recommendations and help close sales

Help manage showroom setup, furniture displays, and store organization

Oversee unloading, assembly, and inventory management as needed

Ensure the store meets operational standards and customer service goals

Work with leadership to implement promotions, improve processes, and hit sales targets

Act as a point of contact for staff and support problem-solving on the floor

Join Gateway Furniture as an Assistant Manager and help lead our team to new heights while contributing to the growth of a thriving local business.

Apply today. We are excited to meet you

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $20/ hour to start (based on experience) + frequent team performance bonuses. Will raise steadily once fully trained, and if expectations are met.

Benefits:

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Career advancement opportunities

Supportive team environment

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person