Assistant Manager
About the job
- Proven leadership experience delivering results, customer experience, and operational results in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective communication skills, openness to feedback, and the ability to 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 the needs of the business.
- Strong sense of urgency.
- Attention to detail.
- Creative problem-solving skills.
- Sound decision-making skills.
- Effective delegation skills.
- Ability to execute daily priorities efficiently.
- Minimum of 2+ years of leadership experience in a fast-paced specialty retail environment is preferred.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based 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.
- Model and lead a customer-first selling culture by driving engagement, customer loyalty initiatives, visual standards, and brand values.
- Analyze business trends using available reporting to identify and solve business opportunities and take appropriate action.
- Consistently exemplify, maintain, and foster the company culture and values.
- Plan and execute daily business tasks and duties assigned by, and in the absence of, the Store Manager.
- Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performance, customer-focused team through training, recognition, and performance management.
- Use company tools and training resources to educate and validate team execution of key business functions.
- Validate and maintain Loss Prevention policies and procedures and inventory management initiatives.
- Support and maintain a safe work environment through ongoing safety training, awareness, and accountability.
About the company
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
Get referred to World Market
See people who can refer or advise you
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- World Market reached 252 stores by October 2, 2026, with Utah and Florida openings.
- Palm Beach Gardens opened September 25, 2026, giving World Market its first Southeast Florida store.
- RELEX and Instacart expand forecasting and delivery reach, improving inventory turns and e-commerce conversion.
What critics are saying
- Simmons v. World Market, filed September 23, 2026, threatens ADA compliance costs and injunctions.
- Exclusive Instacart reliance concentrates digital demand and pricing power with one partner.
- Kingswood Capital's private-equity ownership pressures World Market to harvest cash, not patiently invest.
What makes World Market unique
- Since 1958, World Market sells imported furniture, foods, and gifts in one basket.
- On September 2, 2026, Instacart made World Market its exclusive same-day delivery partner.
- RELEX renewed World Market's forecasting and replenishment deal on April 30, 2026.
Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?
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
6 month growth
10%1 year growth
10%2 year growth
10%World Market opens new store in West Jordan, Utah. ALAMEDA, Calif., Sept 29 - World Market(R) is proud to announce the opening of its newest store in West Jordan, Utah, marking the retailer's 250th store nationwide. The new 18,362-square-foot store is located at Jordan Landing, 7037 Plaza Center Drive, West Jordan, Utah 84084. The store will open to the public on October 2, 2026, with grand opening festivities to follow. Store hours are Monday - Saturday 9:00am - 8:00pm and Sunday 10:00am - 7:00pm. The opening of the newest store marks a significant milestone for World Market as it celebrates its 250th location nationwide. For more than six decades, World Market has offered a distinctive assortment of products sourced from around the globe, including home furnishings, decor, specialty foods, beverages, gifts, and seasonal collections. With a curated mix of emerging trends, distinctive designs, global flavors, and exceptional value, World Market creates a unique shopping experience that inspires discovery with every visit. Stock Market Analysis "We are so happy to announce that we are expanding in the Salt Lake City region with our newest World Market store in West Jordan, Utah," said Eric Hunter, CEO of World Market. "West Jordan will be our fourth store in Utah allowing us to better serve customers throughout the western part of the greater Salt Lake City market. Our current customers in the area know and love us for our unbeatable assortment of global foods, home decor, gifts, and furniture. We can't wait to introduce ourselves to all the new customers in the community and invite everyone to celebrate with us at our grand opening on October 2, 2026." Discover more Education Resources Platform Businesses Business News Subscription The grand opening celebration begins at 8:45am on October 2 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by a weekend of festivities including tastings and giveaways.
World Market to open first Southeast Florida store in Palm Beach Gardens. The store will offer World Market's signature assortment of furniture, home décor, gifts, international foods, beverages and candies sourced from around the globe September 22, 2026. 7:33 AM ALAMEDA, Calif. - World Market is expanding its footprint in Florida with the opening of a new store in Palm Beach Gardens on Sept. 25, 2026. The 19,368-square-foot location is situated at Prosperity Centre, 2420 PGA Blvd., and marks the retailer's first store in Southeast Florida. The store will offer World Market's signature assortment of furniture, home décor, gifts, international foods, beverages and candies sourced from around the globe. "We are thrilled to open our first store in Southeast Florida and to introduce the Palm Beach Gardens community to the World Market brand," said Eric Hunter, CEO of World Market. "We believe our inspiring shopping experience, filled with an unparalleled assortment of global foods, home decor, gifts and furniture, will appeal to both existing brand fans and new customers." The opening celebration will begin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 8:45 a.m. on Sept. 25, followed by a weekend of product tastings, giveaways and other festivities. The new store will be open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. World Market is known for offering a curated selection of globally inspired merchandise, with buyers sourcing products and ideas from markets around the world to bring unique home furnishings, décor and specialty foods to customers.
Instacart and World Market announce exclusive partnership to deliver global-inspired products in as fast as one hour. Sep 02, 2026, 09:00 ET World Market joins the Instacart Marketplace as its first and exclusive online same-day delivery partner nationwide SAN FRANCISCO and ALAMEDA, Calif., September 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Instacart (Nasdaq: CART), a leading grocery technology company in North America, and World Market, the one-of-a-kind destination for global foods, home décor, furniture, gifts, and more, today announced a new exclusive partnership. Through the Instacart Marketplace, World Market's unique assortment will be available for same-day delivery in as fast as one hour with no markups. Instacart is World Market's first and exclusive online same-day delivery partner, giving customers a convenient new way to shop their favorite global destination retailer without leaving home. "World Market has built an incredibly loyal following of customers who love discovering something new every time they walk through the door, and we're thrilled to bring that same feeling of discovery directly to their homes for the first time with the speed and convenience of same-day delivery," said Ryan Hamburger, Chief Commercial Officer at Instacart. "As the only online marketplace offering a wide variety of World Market products for delivery in as fast as an hour, we're proud to help customers get the things they love - from internationally inspired foods and beverages to unique, imported home decor." "Partnering with Instacart is an exciting new chapter for World Market and a natural extension of our commitment to making the World Market experience as accessible and convenient as possible for our customers," said Eric Hunter, Chief Executive Officer at World Market. "Our stores are filled with inspiring finds from around the globe, and now, customers can have that same curated assortment delivered to their doorstep the same day. We couldn't be more excited to bring this convenience to both longtime World Market customers and to connect with an entirely new set of customers who are discovering us for the first time." Through the Instacart App and website, customers can now browse and order from World Market's wide assortment of items for same-day delivery, including stylish, quality home decor, and thoughtful gifts, many of which are unique and exclusive to World Market and sourced from an international network of individual and regional artisans - in addition to one of the largest assortments of candy and international food favorites from around the world. World Market joins more than 2,200 national and local retail banners on the Instacart Marketplace, spanning grocery, home improvement, beauty, pet, household, and wellness categories. To welcome World Market to the Instacart Marketplace, customers can take $15 off their first qualifying $60 World Market purchase on Instacart* now through September 30. To start shopping from World Market, customers can visit https://www.instacart.com/store/world-market/storefront or download the Instacart App. About Instacart Instacart is a leading grocery technology company that partners with more than 2,200 retail banners - representing nearly 100,000 stores - to transform how people shop for the groceries they need from the retailers they trust, while creating flexible earning opportunities for shoppers. Through the Instacart Marketplace, Instacart Enterprise platform, and Instacart Ads ecosystem, the company powers ecommerce, fulfillment, in-store technology, AI offerings, and advertising for partners. For more information, visit www.instacart.com/company. Maplebear Inc. is the registered corporate name of Instacart. About World Market World Market (www.worldmarket.com), a specialty retailer operating 248 stores, is known for its unique marketplace of home decor, thoughtful gifts, distinctive furniture, and one of the largest assortments of candy and gourmet food and drinks from around the world. For more than 60 years, we've curated an ever-changing assortment where customers can discover quality, style, and value in a one-of-a-kind shopping environment. *$15 off for qualifying customers is valid through 9/30/2026 at 11:59PM PT and is valid only in the United States for your first World Market order of $60 or more and purchased through Instacart, while supplies last. Discount will be applied to the total purchase price, and excludes taxes, service fees, special handling fees and/or other fees; offer cannot be applied to alcohol products. Deliveries subject to availability. In order to take advantage of this offer, customers must have a valid account on Instacart with a valid form of accepted payment on file. Only one offer per household. Instacart reserves the right to modify or cancel this offer at any time. Offer may not be sold, copied, modified, transferred or used retroactively for prior purchases. Void where restricted or prohibited by law. Offer may not be combined with any other sale, promotion, discount, code, coupon, and/or offer. Offer has no cash value. Instacart is not a retailer or seller. Instacart may not be available in all zip or post codes. SOURCE Maplebear Inc. dba Instacart
World Market coming soon to Jordan Landing. Posted: Aug 11, 2026 / 01:25 PM MDT Updated: Aug 11, 2026 / 01:25 PM MDT WEST JORDAN, Utah (ABC4) - West Jordan is officially getting its own World Market location. This will be the fourth store in the Beehive State, and the second in Salt Lake County. World Market will be inhabiting the former site of OfficeMax, next to Zurcher's, according to Jordan Landing's map. "Founded in 1958 as a small import business on San Francisco's famed Fisherman's Wharf, World Market has grown into an exciting, thriving, one-of-a-kind nationwide retail brand," the brand describes itself. World Market is known for its wide selection of furniture, imported food and snacks, home decor, and so much more. You can find everything from olive oil straight from Italy to a charming wedding gift. While an official opening date has yet to be released, the store is labeled "coming soon" on the property's website. ABC4.com has reached out to Jordan Landing for more information.
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.