About Us
Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people-first environment, and an opportunity to work alongside dedicated associates who share a passion for providing an exceptional experience and service to our rural communities. Whether you are starting an entry-level position or joining with professional experience, Rural King encourages professional growth and provides the necessary resources to help you succeed and grow with us.
When you join the Rural King team, you become a contributing member in supporting the needs of and making a difference in the lives of those within the people and communities we serve.
How We Reward You
- 401(k) plan that provides a 100% match on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% of the next 2%
- Healthcare plans to support your needs
- Virtual doctor visits
- Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic's Complex Care Program
- 15% Associate Discount
- Dave Ramsey's SmartDollar Program (no cost to you!)
- Associate Assistance Program
- RK Cares Associate Hardship Program
- 24 / 7 Chaplaincy Services
What You'll Do
The Assistant Store Manager Trainee is being trained to become a future Assistant Store Manager. Upon promotion, you must be willing to relocate / commute to one of three area stores. The primary role of the Assistant Store Manager is to collaborate with the Store Manager in delivering excellent operations management. The ability and willingness to continually develop product knowledge and gain a greater understanding of the day-to-day store operations, customer service, and merchandising is essential. This position requires strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and supervise associates.
Partner with the Store Manager to ensure quality customer service and staff supervision and trainingDirect store personnel to build revenue and meet sales goalsCoordinate the efforts of all store personnel to build revenue and meet sales goalsEnsure attractive, safe, and accurately priced merchandise displays and floor plansRecruit, train, and develop personnelBe a positive and professional "role model" for the teamFind solutions to associate and customer questions and concernsShare responsibility for the maintenance and upkeep of the building and groundsDemonstrate effective and consistent communications and interpersonal skillsDemonstrate effective problem-solving and analytical skillsBecome familiar with standard concepts and practices within the retail environmentEstablish and preserve a positive work atmosphereUse general office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, computerOperate Telxon gun, forklift, pallet jack, ladder, and other retail equipmentMay be required to cross train and perform other dutiesSupervisory Responsibilities
Essential Qualities for Success
2 years retail management experienceBe an outgoing self-starter who enjoys working with peopleComputer knowledge in Excel and WordProficient User of computer software systemsAbility to interact with the team in a fast-paced environment, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficientAbility to multi-task and coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented mannerAbility to work independently without supervisionFlexibility with hours : ability to work a 50-hour workweek (10-hour shifts, 5 days per week) with varied hours, days, nights, and weekends as business dictatesMust meet federal requirements to qualify to obtain a Federal Firearms License (FFL) and any applicable local requirementsAbility to access and use the in-store computer, scanning system, and wireless hand-held unitAbility to participate in our online applicant and new hire onboarding process remotelyAbility to complete computer-based trainingPhysical Requirements
Ability to lift, push, and / or pull a minimum of 30 pounds repetitively and 31-50 pounds intermittentlyAbility to stand and / or walk for long periods of timeAbility to use a ladder and / or pallet jackAbility to communicate effectively to all audiencesGood visual acuityClose vision for computer workRepetitive wrist movements on keyboardAbility to walk up and down stairs multiple times per dayAbility to verbally communicate effectively and professionally with all audiences (in-person or via handheld transceiver)Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
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