Assistant Manager - Tacoma; Rodda Paint

Assistant Manager - Tacoma (Rodda Paint Location)

Job Category: Sales
Job #: 885
Schedule: Full Time
Pay Rate: $26.00+ DOE
Facility: TS27
Location: Tacoma, Washington
Reports to: Store Manager
Opened: January 7, 2026
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The Assistant Manager is a member of the store management team and performs functions which support all customers and salesmen. Continue professional development to achieve future job progression; under the tutelage of the Store Manager, excel in existing Sales Associate responsibilities while training through day-to-day involvement of the logistical and physical operations of the store. All direct commercial support activities, including stocking quantities, procurement, job-site delivery, contractor/job records management, equipment maintenance, and more, are included in the Assistant Manager’s responsibilities.

• Display a commitment to the company, customer, and fellow employees to “do the right thing” while making decisions and problem solving on the job.
• Demonstrate kind and respectful behavior to everyone. Treatment which embodies our Code of Conduct and Workplace Fairness programs. Create an atmosphere that makes all employees & customers feel included and appreciated.
• Provide and maintain a workplace free from harassment, intimidation, hostility or any activity that creates such an environment for fellow employees or customers.
• Strive to exceed customer expectations and participate as a staff member which presents an enthusiastic, professional customer service image through your own attitude and appearance.
• Support a safe and healthy workplace through application of training and programs in proper safety processes.

• Order processing, accurate tinting and shaking of paint, recording information in customer color history files.
• Operating basic functions in the POS system, i.e. processing of sales, product inquiries, pricing, etc.
• Security and protection of company and corporate inventory and assets.
• Inventory control; aisle /slotting, cycle counts, stock ordering, write-offs.
• Shipping and receiving duties; putting away, rotating and stock, etc.
• Ability and willingness to delegate tasks and responsibilities and be successful through the coordinated efforts of other staff, self and the commercial sales representatives working with this location.
• Possess or rapidly develop product knowledge in architectural, related sundries and equipment.
• Efficient use of JDEdwards, ordering, shrink control, receiving, transfers, expense control, samples, write-offs, product and facility security, facility and vehicle maintenance.
• Participate in keeping the store organized, clean, tidy, and inviting.
• Safely operate equipment, forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, loading and unloading of vehicles.
• Continued self-development of knowledge, skill level, and performance in regard to position development and expertise in customer service, product, preparation/ application, and troubleshooting of coatings systems; as well as operations, and adherence of policy and procedures.

• Two years of demonstrated experience as a Rodda Paint or coatings industry-related Sales Associate (preferred).
• Displayed capability for leadership, training, and employee development.
• Timely and predictable attendance is a requirement of all Rodda Paint positions. Scheduling and reporting of this position must remain flexible and available given the contingencies of the business and company.
• Completion of all required job training; proficient computer and POS skills.

Must be physically able to do all store work, possess a valid State driver’s license, or within 30-days of employment or transfer.