Assistant Store Manager (Newton, MA & Belmont, MA)

Job Description:

Didriks is seeking a design-savvy and personable team member to take on the role of an Assistant Store & Merchandising Manager for our Belmont store. Didriks is looking for someone who is a quick learner, takes initiative, is very organized, can work independently, and has the ability to adapt to multiple and changing duties. We are hiring full time in both our Newton, MA and Belmont, MA locations.

This is a full-time position that includes weekends. Compensation will be hourly and there is a strong potential for growth.

Compensation: Competitive hourly, benefits, paid vacation, health insurance

Employment type: Full-time


Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Maintaining clear communication with vendors and customers

  • Providing excellent customer service in-store and over the phone

  • Offering design and table styling suggestions to customers

  • Sustaining an organized and pleasant shopping environment

  • Distributing merchandise throughout the store

  • Merchandising products and maintaining all store displays

  • Assisting with product photoshoots

  • Receiving and unpacking merchandise

  • Assisting in organization and execution of in-store events and promotions

  • Inventory maintenance

  • Opening and closing duties

  • Weekends required


Desired Skills and Experience:

  • Interest in dining, entertaining, decor, and design

  • Excellent organizational skills

  • Ability to "wear many hats," and adapt to multiple changing duties

  • Self-motivated and able to work independently, as well as collaborate in a team

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

  • Retail experience preferred

  • Design background a plus

  • Ability to work with computerized inventory management systems

  • Communicate with customers and provide great customer service

  • Required to have the ability to lift and move heavy objects


Company Description:

Since 2004 our collection of outdoor furniture and tableware has grown to include many of the great brands from throughout the United States and Europe. At Didriks, we want to delight our customers and provide them a unique choice of superbly designed products, all built to last and inspire pride of ownership. We have brick-and-mortar store locations in Belmont and Newton Lower Falls, and a sister kitchen store called Local Root.

We'd love for you to browse our website and blog before applying: didriks.com. Please email your resume along with a cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for this position. Please include your desired location in your application. We look forward to hearing from you!