Assistant Manager

Overview

Assist in managing a retail store/warehouse, overseeing operations, staff and sales.

Key Responsibilities

• facility maintenance
• operations management
• sales forecasting
• inventory control
• customer service
• safety compliance

Tasks

The successful candidate will assist in managing a retail store and warehouse engaged in selling merchandise and materials related to the building industry. This includes overseeing daily operations, supporting staff, ensuring excellent customer service, and maintaining inventory and safety standards. -Maintain facility standards and coordinate repairs or improvements. -Lead and supervise daily store and warehouse operations. -Drive sales forecasting, budgeting, and profitability. -Respond to customer and employee concerns with urgency and professionalism. -Championing Customer Needs – Prioritize customer satisfaction and service excellence. -Oversee inventory, cash handling, and reporting. -Ensure compliance with safety, security, and operational policies. -Following Policies and Procedures – Ensure compliance and consistency. -Working Safely – Promote a safe and healthy work environment.

Requirements

• fast‑paced
• leadership
• management experience
• bachelor's
• building materials
• communication

What You Bring

Whether you're an experienced manager or ready to take the next step into leadership, we offer the tools and support to help you thrive. EOE, including but not limited to disability and veteran status. -Ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. -Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. -Or equivalent combination of education and experience. -Knowledge of building materials and retail operations is a plus. -Minimum of two to four years of industry-related management experience -Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) preferred.

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Benefits

For compliance purposes for NYS transparency, the expected salary range is $25.00 - $35.00. Compensation will be based on experience and other factors permitted by law. -Stability from our long history of success and growth. -The opportunity to grow your career and move up the ladder! -Company-hosted family events. -Work/life balance with a culture of kindness and respect. -Rewarding careers with supportive management. -Superior benefits including 401K, Med/Dent/Rx, LTD, Life, Ancillary benefits, Flex Spending, discounts & more

About Riverhead Building Supply

-Operates over 14 retail yards, 6 showrooms, a custom millwork shop and manufacturing facilities across NY & New England. -Delivers a vast product mix—lumber, hardware, drywall, roofing, siding, cabinetry, flooring, moulding and windows. -Specialises in custom millwork and Heritage wide‑plank flooring, milling bespoke mouldings on-site. -Typical projects range from residential remodels to commercial builds with full delivery and installation support. -Known for hands‑on service: blade/tool repair, re‑keying, and on-site delivery with boom trucks and forklifts. -Standout fact: corporate HQ sits on a former Grumman airpark in Calverton, tying its growth to local roots.

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