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Assistant Manager

5/10/2026

Assist the Store Manager in overseeing all retail operations, including sales, inventory management, and merchandising. Responsible for training and developing employees while ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction and store safety.

Salary

37500 - 52500 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Pure Hockey is headquartered outside of Boston, MA. The company was founded in 1994 and was acquired by David Nectow and Sal Tiano in 2008. Nectow and Tiano started their hockey business in 2002 with the purchase of one hockey retail store in Massachusetts. Pure Hockey has since expanded organically and through strategic acquisitions and now operates two ecommerce sites and over 80 stores in 26 states across the U.S. under the Pure Hockey and Pure Goalie brands. Pure Hockey is the Official Hockey Equipment Retailer of USA Hockey and the Retail Partner of the NHL/NHLPA's Learn to Play Program.
About the Role

Description

The ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service, a strong work ethic, and a desire to succeed in a fast-paced retail environment. As a Retail Assistant Manager, you will be responsible for assisting the Store Manager in all aspects of store operations, including sales, customer service, inventory management, and employee training.


Responsibilities:

· Assist in the areas of merchandising, operations, sales and customer service

· Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction by being knowledgeable on all products offered, and teaming up with co-workers to provide excellent sales service

· Partner with the Store Manager to establish and communicate all critical metrics and expectations within the store, including but not limited to sales, visual, operations, safety, loss prevention, human resources, payroll/scheduling, and training.

· Assist in the hiring, training, and development of store employees.

· Maintain an awareness of all product knowledge, and current or upcoming product

· Contributes to a positive and inclusive work environment

· Maintain a safe and secure store environment for both employees and customers.

· Perform other duties as assigned by the Store Manager.

Requirements

· Minimum 2 years of management/supervisory experience; retail management experience a plus

· Proven experience in a retail/customer service environment

· Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising techniques

· Ability to train, coach, develop and motivate employees

· Demonstrate effective interpersonal, organizational and leadership skills

· Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office and POS systems.

· Ability to lift up to 25lbs


Benefits:

· Bonus Incentive Plan

· Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance

· Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

· Flexible Spending Plan

· 401(k)

· Paid Vacation

· Paid Holidays

· Paid Parental Leave

· Employee Discount


Salary: $37,500 - $52,500

Key Skills
Customer ServiceInventory ManagementMerchandisingEmployee TrainingLeadershipStaff DevelopmentMicrosoft OfficePOS SystemsSalesLoss PreventionPayroll SchedulingInterpersonal Skills
Categories
RetailManagement & LeadershipCustomer Service & SupportSales
Benefits
Bonus Incentive PlanMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceDisability InsuranceLife InsuranceLong-Term Disability InsuranceFlexible Spending Plan401(k)Paid VacationPaid HolidaysPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Discount
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