Retail Paint Store Assistant Manager
Fairfax, VA

We are a locally owned Benjamin Moore dealer with 11 locations, and we are looking for a full-time Assistant Manager to help support daily store operations while continuing to deliver an outstanding customer experience.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being hands-on at the counter, building relationships with customers and contractors, and is ready to take the next step into leadership. The Assistant Manager works closely with the Store Manager and is being developed to eventually handle all aspects of store operations.

This is a 40-hour-per-week position with hourly pay and optional benefits.

Store Hours

Monday to Friday: 7am to 5pm
Saturday: 8am to 12pm
Sunday: Closed

What You Will Do:

Customer Service and Sales

Greet every customer with positive energy and genuine engagement
Take customer orders at the counter and accurately enter them into the POS system
Mix and shake paint, sometimes in large quantities, while ensuring accuracy and quality
Help customers with paint, stain, color selection, sundries, and basic color matching
Recommend additional products that support the customer’s project
Build and maintain strong relationships with retail customers and contractors
Use our CRM system to log interactions, follow up on opportunities, and support customer growth

Store Operations

Prepare orders, label gallons, box products, and stage materials for pickup or delivery
Help maintain store cleanliness, organization, merchandising, and overall appearance
Assist with inventory control, receiving, stocking, and cycle counts
Answer phones and email inquiries
Occasionally drive a company vehicle for deliveries or store transfers

Leadership and Support

Support the Store Manager with daily operations and task delegation
Help train and coach sales associates on product knowledge, customer service, and store procedures
Step into a leadership role during the Manager’s absence
Help ensure store standards, safety practices, and company policies are followed
Communicate effectively with the Store Manager, team members, and outside sales reps

Requirements

Valid Driver’s License
Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day
Ability to stand and move for most of the shift
Availability to work some Saturdays
Must be bilingual and speak both English and Spanish fluently
Prior retail or paint industry experience preferred
Leadership or key-holder experience is a plus

Who We Are Looking For

This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys being involved in every part of the store, from customer conversations to operational details, and who wants to grow into a management role.

Strong candidates are:

Outgoing, confident, and energized by customer interaction
Comfortable recommending products and asking for the sale
Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented
Calm under pressure and able to problem-solve in real time
A team player who leads by example
Coachable and open to feedback
Interested in learning the business beyond the counter
Someone with a good eye for color is a plus, but not requiredd

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Experience:

Retail sales: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Fairfax, VA 22032 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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