Full-Time

Assistant Manager Freight Flow

Updated on 8/1/2026

World Market

World Market

1,001-5,000 employees

Global-sourced furniture, decor, and foods retailer

No salary listed

Akron, OH, USA

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Category
Retail (1)
Required Skills
Sales
Inventory Management

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Requirements
  • Proven experience delivering results, customer experience, and operational results in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, remain open to feedback, and adapt quickly.
  • Ability to provide in-the-moment coaching to associates.
  • Ability to de-escalate store and customer situations effectively.
  • Ability to plan and prioritize according to business needs.
  • Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.
  • Creative problem-solving and sound decision-making skills.
  • Effective delegation and validation skills.
  • Ability to execute daily priorities efficiently.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, overnights, weekends, and holidays, depending on business needs.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, climb ladders, and lift up to 40 pounds as needed.
  • Minimum age of 21 years.
Responsibilities
  • Use company tools and training resources to ensure the team follows freight-flow processes, visual-execution standards, and stocking routines.
  • Coordinate with the Store Manager to plan freight processing.
  • Validate and maintain Loss Prevention policies and procedures and inventory-management initiatives.
  • Maintain and manage stockroom organization and standards.
  • Analyze business trends using available reporting to identify and address business opportunities.
  • Consistently exemplify, maintain, and foster the World Market culture and values.
  • Support and maintain a safe work environment through ongoing safety training, awareness, and accountability.
  • Plan and execute daily business tasks and duties assigned by, and in the absence of, the Store Manager.
  • Lead and develop a high-performance team in partnership with the Store Manager.
Desired Qualifications
  • At least 2 years of relevant leadership experience in a fast-paced specialty retail selling culture is preferred.

World Market runs 239 stores in the U.S. that sell a mix of unique furniture, decor, and international foods. Products are sourced globally from artisans and small producers, offering eclectic items at competitive prices. Customers can shop in stores or online, with curbside pickup and seasonal promotions to improve convenience and value. The goal is to help customers furnish their homes with distinctive, affordable goods while making shopping easy through omnichannel options.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Oakland, California

Founded

1958

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What believers are saying

  • AI-driven RELEX forecasting renewed in April 2026 improves assortment management and data-informed replenishment decisions.
  • Affirm partnership launched in 2026 enables biweekly or monthly payment plans at 246 stores, targeting budget shoppers.
  • New store openings in Annapolis, ND, and Paramus, NJ, mark World Market's first brick-and-mortar expansion after three years.

What critics are saying

  • U.S. 25% tariffs on Asian imports in Q1 2026 raise COGS by 8–12%, forcing price hikes that erode budget-shopper loyalty.
  • Gabrick BBQ Sauce may fail 15% QoQ growth targets within six months, triggering line removal and lost specialty-food revenue.
  • Annapolis and Paramus stores may fail 12-month breakeven given 12% U.S. retail vacancy rates, wasting $12–18M in lease costs.

What makes World Market unique

  • World Market sources 60%+ of furniture and decor from China, Vietnam, and India for exclusive global finds.
  • The retailer offers over 240 stores with a curated mix of international foods, gourmet snacks, and home furnishings.
  • World Market leverages 50+ years of artisan networks to deliver unique, affordable, and authentic home goods nationwide.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Wellness Program

Commuter Benefits

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

10%
The Outlook
Jul 24th, 2026
World Market moves to new location across Gresham Station.

World Market moves to new location across Gresham Station. Published 12:21 pm Friday, July 24, 2026 World Market has opened in its new location at Gresham Station Shopping Center. (Christopher Keizur/The Outlook) A popular retail store featuring an eclectic array of imported housewares, furniture, décor, and specialty foods has officially made its move. World Market shifted across Gresham Station Shopping Center - the store used to be at 989 NW 12th Street and is now at 1090 Norman Avenue. That moves the business to the other end of the popular outdoor shopping center. The location is more prominent, and places World Market next to Best Buy, one of the central entries, and the new East County Library. The new location had a grand opening Friday, July 24, after being temporarily closed for several weeks during the move. The Gresham location is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday-Friday; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. World Market (née Cost Plus World Market) was founded in 1958 as a small import business on San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf. Since it has grown into a nationwide retail brand with more than 240 stores across the country - there are six in Oregon.

Home Textiles Today
May 12th, 2025
World Market throws a line to budget shoppers with new payment options

Through a recent partnership with Affirm, World Market consumers can now access flexible biweekly or monthly payment plans at the chain's 246 locations nationwide and online at checkout.

Paramus Post
Apr 29th, 2025
World Market Opens New Store in Paramus, NJ

World Market is pleased to announce the grand opening of its newest store located in Bergen Town Center.

Paramus Post
Apr 23rd, 2025
World Market Opens New Store in Paramus, NJ

World Market opens new store in Paramus, NJ.

Adweek
Mar 20th, 2025
World Market Selects Ovative As Its Digital Marketing and Measurement Agency

World Market has chosen Ovative Group, a leading independent media, measurement, and creative firm, as its new Digital Marketing and Measurement Agency.