About Million Dollar Baby Co.
Million Dollar Baby Co. started in 1990 and is proudly family-owned and operated in Los Angeles. Since then, MDB has grown to 7 distinct brands of children’s furnishings ranging in style, aesthetic, and price, while carrying some of the industry’s most eco-conscious and award-winning designs. We can be found in retailers like Target and Amazon, and specialty retailers like Pottery Barn Kids and Crate & Barrel.
Under the Million Dollar Baby Co. parent company are our family of brands: Babyletto, daVinci, Nursery Works, and Namesake. We’re proud to offer the most Greenguard Gold–certified cribs on the market and to use FSC-certified sustainable wood across our brands whenever possible. We’ve also pioneered Styrofoam-free packaging for several of our best-selling collections — an innovation that reduces waste while protecting our products during shipment.
At Million Dollar Baby Co., our team members are our #1 priority, and we partner with exceptional partners and retailers around the world who share our core values:
• Treat Your Team Like Family — lead with respect, gratitude, empathy, and kindness.
• Make an Impact, Drive Results — focus on meaningful work that moves families forward.
• Deliver a “Wow” Customer Experience Every Time — every detail matters.
• Strive for Continuous Improvement & Learning — keep growing, keep getting better.
• Cultivate Quality Conversations — communicate honestly and thoughtfully to build trust.
Over the years, our commitment to people, innovation, and a positive workplace culture has earned us five consecutive “Best Place to Work” awards, one of the best workplaces by “Built in LA”, a 4.6 rating on Glassdoor, and 13 years on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies list — recognitions that reflect the heart of who we are and the community we’re proud to build. We’d love to talk to you!
About the role:
As an Assistant Store Manager at Babyletto, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our flagship retail location! Your role will focus on business performance, delivering an elevated client experience, and developing the store team while representing Babyletto’s core values. You’ll act as a proactive partner to the Store Manager, ensuring consistency, accountability, and smooth day-to-day operations.
What you'll be doing:
- Provide product and design assistance to potential parents and growing families
- Maintain a welcoming store environment and provide exceptional service to every guest
- Model and coach team members on clientele, selling, and communication standards
- Collaborate with Store Manager to assess business opportunities and develop clear action plans to drive sales results
- Review performance data weekly and share insights and next steps with the Store Manager
- Connect and build relationships in Design Trade
- Support recruiting, onboarding, and coaching to build a strong, reliable team bench
- Take ownership of daily operations, including opening / closing procedures and issue escalation.
- This role is targeted to start in September
What you bring to the table:
- 3+ years of experience in retail management. Experience in furniture, baby, or design showrooms is a plus
- Proven record in developing store talent
- Strong leadership abilities, with a confident sales floor presence that inspires and motivates others
- Natural passion for families, children, and community building
- Genuine interest in company culture and building strong relationships with both team and customers
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with Shopify is a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Can perform effectively on sales floor, which includes standing for long periods of time, kneeling, bending, and squatting
- Ability to lift small-medium items up to 25 lbs utilizing proper techniques
- Flexible Schedule; Available to work on weekends and holidays as needed.
Our Benefits:
- 100% of your health, dental and vision insurance monthly premiums paid by us!
- Flexible PTO because we respect the need for work/life harmony
- Company matching 401(k)
- Vacation reimbursement and wellness and enrichment subsidy programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Matching charitable donations to the nonprofit organization of your choice
- Company-wide monthly celebrations - lunch is on us!
- Dog-friendly workplace, yes! You can bring your best friend to work
- Free MDB Co. swag + generous employee discount on products
At Million Dollar Baby Co., we’re passionate about diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Our diversity, inclusion and equity committee (DIEC) strives to break barriers for minority communities, help educate the company on pertinent topics, and work to ensure equal opportunities for existing and potential employees. Since its formation in 2020, our committee has focused on multiple areas, some include hiring, community involvement and continuous learning about Diversity, Inclusion and Equity.
Million Dollar Baby Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and/or recruitment process.
Skills Required
- 3+ years of experience in retail management
- Experience in furniture, baby, or design showrooms
- Proven record in developing store talent
- Strong leadership abilities and confident sales floor presence
- Passion for families, children, and community building
- Genuine interest in company culture and building relationships with team and customers
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with Shopify
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to stand for long periods, kneel, bend, and squat on the sales floor
- Ability to lift items up to 25 lbs using proper techniques
- Flexible schedule; available to work weekends and holidays
What the Team is Saying
Million Dollar Baby Co. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision premiums are 100% employer‑paid, alongside life and disability coverage and a wellness/enrichment stipend.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave includes a phased return (first month back at 80% hours for 100% pay). Family‑building support provides reimbursements up to $20,000 for adoption, surrogacy, IVF, and egg preservation.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A hybrid schedule (in‑office Tuesdays/Wednesdays) pairs with recurring Wellness Friday half‑days and an annual travel reimbursement of $500 domestic/$1,000 international. A wellness/enrichment stipend and regular social perks reinforce work‑life balance.
Million Dollar Baby Co. Insights
What We Do
Million Dollar Baby Co. started in 1990 and is proudly family-owned and operated in Los Angeles. Since then, MDB has grown to 7 distinct brands of children’s furnishings ranging in style, aesthetic, and price, while carrying some of the industry’s most eco-conscious and award-winning designs. We can be found in retailers like Target and Amazon, and specialty retailers like Pottery Barn Kids and Crate & Barrel. Under the Million Dollar Baby Co. parent company are our family of brands: Babyletto, daVinci, Nursery Works, and Namesake. We’re proud to offer the most Greenguard Gold–certified cribs on the market and to use FSC-certified sustainable wood across our brands whenever possible. We’ve also pioneered Styrofoam-free packaging for several of our best-selling collections — an innovation that reduces waste while protecting our products during shipment. At Million Dollar Baby Co., our team members are our #1 priority, and we partner with exceptional partners and retailers around the world who share our core values: • Treat Your Team Like Family — lead with respect, gratitude, empathy, and kindness. • Make an Impact, Drive Results — focus on meaningful work that moves families forward. • Deliver a “Wow” Customer Experience Every Time — every detail matters. • Strive for Continuous Improvement & Learning — keep growing, keep getting better. • Cultivate Quality Conversations — communicate honestly and thoughtfully to build trust. Over the years, our commitment to people, innovation, and a positive workplace culture has earned us five consecutive “Best Place to Work” awards, one of the best workplaces by “Built in LA”, a 4.6 rating on Glassdoor, and 13 years on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies list — recognitions that reflect the heart of who we are and the community we’re proud to build. We’d love to talk to you!
Why Work With Us
We truly want to be the best place you'll ever work! We treat all team members with respect and do not believe in the traditional corporate culture. We are a team-first culture that ensures every employee has the opportunity to grow and learn.
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Million Dollar Baby Co. Offices
Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
We embrace a flexible hybrid work model that supports both collaboration and work-life balance. Team members are required to work in-office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the option to work from home or in the office for the remainder of the week.
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