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Live Goods Manager

Daphne, AL

$12 - $18/hr

Essential Duties & Responsibilities - Live Goods Manager • Selection and purchasing of live plant ... These hard working men and women are part of the fabric of your community. They are small business ...

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How much do hard goods manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for hard goods manager in the United States is $61,351.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the main challenges a Hard Goods Manager faces when coordinating inventory and sales teams?

One of the main challenges for a Hard Goods Manager is maintaining optimal inventory levels while balancing sales forecasts and supplier lead times. This role often requires close collaboration with both the sales team to anticipate demand and the procurement team to secure timely and cost-effective stock. Effective communication and data analysis are essential to minimize overstock or stockouts, which can impact profitability and customer satisfaction. Adapting quickly to shifting market trends and seasonal fluctuations also adds complexity to the position.

What is a Hard Goods Manager?

A Hard Goods Manager is responsible for overseeing the sales, inventory, and merchandising of non-perishable products—such as sporting equipment, hardware, tools, and other durable goods—in a retail environment. They manage a team, coordinate with vendors, and ensure that the right products are stocked and displayed effectively to maximize sales. This role also involves analyzing sales trends, setting pricing strategies, and maintaining inventory accuracy. Strong organizational and leadership skills are essential for success in this position.

What is the difference between Hard Goods Manager vs Product Manager?

AspectHard Goods ManagerProduct Manager
Primary FocusManaging physical products, inventory, and supply chain logisticsOverseeing product development, strategy, and lifecycle
Work EnvironmentWarehouses, retail stores, manufacturing facilitiesOffice settings, cross-functional teams, customer research
Required CredentialsRelevant experience in supply chain, logistics, or retail; certifications varyBusiness, marketing, or technical background; often an MBA or related degree

Hard Goods Managers focus on physical products, inventory, and logistics, while Product Managers concentrate on product development, strategy, and lifecycle management. Both roles require industry knowledge but differ in daily tasks and skill sets, making them distinct yet related positions within the supply chain and product development sectors.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Hard Goods Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hard Goods Manager, you need strong inventory management, merchandising, and sales strategy skills, typically supported by retail management experience or a related degree. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory tracking software, and supply chain management tools is essential. Outstanding leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities help you motivate teams and ensure exceptional customer service. These skills are vital for optimizing store operations, maximizing sales, and maintaining efficient stock levels in a competitive retail environment.
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Live Goods Manager

Live Goods Manager

Ace Hardware

Daphne, AL

$12 - $18/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 hours ago

Ace Hardware rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 1,431 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 43 rated home improvement retailers

Job description

About HoneyDo Inc/Eastern Shore Ace Hardware: We are The Helpful Place. If you like helping

customers find things they need, working as a team, and staying busy throughout the workday, 

we're an excellent fit for you.  Our Spanish Fort location is celebrating our 9th year serving the

community. Our Daphne location opened for business in June of 2023 and is already established

as welcomed alternative for customers living south of interstate 10.  Both locations offer convenience,

helpful associates, and a positive shopping experience.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities – Live Goods Manager

•             Selection and purchasing of live plant inventory.

•             Creative merchandising of plants and associated products both indoors and outside

•             Timing – planning and transitioning product selection weekly, monthly, seasonally.

•             Advise customers regarding local plant and lawncare, landscaping, and gardening.

•             Training of Store Associates.

•             Relationships with vendors and local growers.

Customer Service:

•             Provide a positive representation of Eastern Shore Ace Hardware.

•             Proactively assist customers in solving problems.

•             Greet customers entering and throughout the store. Thank customers when finished and when they are leaving the store.

•             Possess a friendly outgoing demeanor, work well with customers as well as associates.

•             Ensure all pages and calls are answered promptly, courteously, and effectively.

•             Possess strong product knowledge and knowledge of store layout and location of products.

•             Assist customers throughout the store with personal, customized service based on the premise of amazing every customer, every time.

Store Operations:

•             Assist in creating a positive, professional, and safe work environment.

•             Assist with receiving, checking in and stocking of merchandise throughout the store.

•             Assist with maintaining back stock levels.

 •            Assist with merchandise resets through the store.

•             Provide assistance with price changes, special orders, and special customer needs.

•             Ensure signage is current throughout the store.

•             Operate forklift with proper training.

•             Communicate any merchandising, cost control or sales idea to General Manager.

•             Participate in store meetings.

•             Be professional in appearance and actions.

•             Perform all other duties as assigned.

We are your local hardware store and we are a part of your community. Ace Hardware has over 5,000 stores around the world with the majority of those stores independently owned and operated by local entrepreneurs. These hard working men and women are part of the fabric of your community. They are small business owners who are local and loyal...just like it ought to be. While others have become large and impersonal, at Ace, we've remained small and very personal. That's why we say a visit to Ace, is like a visit to your neighbor.

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Ace Hardware is a renowned company in the retail sector, headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, US. Dating back to its foundation in 1924 by a group of businessmen, the company has grown from a single store in Chicago to a global hardware cooperative consisting of more than 5,000 stores in over 60 countries. It operates in the home improvement sector and specializes in hardware, home goods, local niche services, and select specialty retailers. As prevalent in its motto "The Helpful Place", Ace Hardware's mission is to provide customers with high-quality hardware products while delivering exemplary customer service.

Industry

Retail, hardware, plumbing and hvac wholesalers and construction materials wholesalers

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Oak Brook, IL, US

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