Part-Time Assistant Manager - Level 2

BoxLunch & Hot Topic; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Part-Time Assistant Manager in Calgary to support the Store Manager in achieving sales goals and developing a dynamic team. Ideal candidates will have retail management experience and a passion for music and pop culture, while effectively engaging customers and driving store operations.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of retail management experience.
• Strong communication and team leadership skills.
• Adaptability to fast-changing retail environments.

Responsibilities

• Support Store Manager in achieving sales targets.
• Assist in recruiting and developing a collaborative team.
• Provide operational leadership and monitor store operations.

Skills

Communication

Team Leadership

Time Management

Retail Operations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Degree (a bonus)

Job description

At Hot Topic, we’re passionate about music, pop culture, and creating an exceptional in-store experience for our customers and employees.

We’re seeking a Part-Time Assistant Manager – Level 2 to lead our store in Southcentre mall. You will support the Store Manager in achieving sales targets, recruiting, and team development. Think of yourself as a blend of Harry Potter and Luke Skywalker—ready to handle any challenge while driving sales and building lasting customer relationships.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Support your Store Manager in meeting sales and comparable sales goals.
• Assist in recruiting, developing, and retaining a passionate, collaborative team.
• Create buzz and engage customers through promoting new products, utilizing social media, and encouraging benefits like BOPIS and curbside pickup.
• Provide operational leadership, balancing store operations, delegation, and customer-first selling practices.
• Monitor shrink/loss prevention, payroll hours, and associate schedules.
• Communicate with retail leadership and HQ about trends and customer feedback.
• Analyze sales reports to inform strategies for reaching sales goals.
• Merchandise the store effectively, leveraging planograms and launching promotions on time.
• Collaborate with your Store Manager to develop a high-performing, customer-focused team.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• 1-2 years of retail management experience; a passion for music and pop culture is a plus.
• Proven success in team leadership with skills in communication, recruiting, operations, and team development.
• Strong skills in communication, time management, professionalism, and operations—like an Avenger!
• A high school diploma or GED; a degree is a bonus.
• Adaptability to the fast-changing retail environment and ability to handle challenges.
• Basic retail skills: navigating the store, merchandising, and handling merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds.