Assistant Store Manager — Lead & Elevate Retail

cititrendsstoremgmt; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Paid training

Job summary

Citi Trends is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Houston to support daily store operations, lead a team, and assist with hiring and development. You will drive sales performance, ensure strong customer experiences, and maintain store standards on a fast-paced retail floor.

Ideal candidates bring 2–4 years in retail leadership, solid communication, and strong organizational skills. Flexibility for nights and weekends is required, with opportunities for growth and advancement within Citi

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–4 years of experience as an Assistant Manager or similar retail leadership role.
• 3–5 years of overall retail experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and people leadership skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations, including percentages.

Responsibilities

• Support daily store operations to meet sales goals and customer experience standards.
• Monitor sales activity and guide associates to deliver excellent customer service.
• Assist with inventory control, transactions, and shrink reduction efforts.
• Ensure compliance with Citi Trends policies and operational standards.
• Supervise and support store associates in sales, inventory, cash handling, and customer service.
• Assist Store Manager with hiring, onboarding, and training initiatives.
• Maintain staffing levels by supporting recruiting and retention efforts.
• Provide coaching and performance feedback to team members.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and customer-focused store environment.
• Support merchandising, operational, and visual standards.

Skills

People leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Citi Trends is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Houston to support daily store operations, lead a team, and assist with hiring and development. You will drive sales performance, ensure strong customer experiences, and maintain store standards on a fast-paced retail floor.

Ideal candidates bring 2–4 years in retail leadership, solid communication, and strong organizational skills. Flexibility for nights and weekends is required, with opportunities for growth and advancement within Citi