Assistant Store Manager: Lead Sales & Talent

cititrendsstoremgmt; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi Trends is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to help lead daily operations, drive sales, and manage staffing with the Store Manager. You will oversee customer service, inventory control, and policy compliance while supporting hiring and training of associates.

The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and a commitment to providing an exceptional guest experience in a fast-paced retail environment. Evening and weekend flexibility is required.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience as an Assistant Manager or similar retail leadership role.
• 3-5 years of overall retail experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, 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 ensure sales goals, customer experience standards, and operational expectations are met.
• Monitor sales activity and guide associates to deliver excellent customer service.
• Assist with inventory control, transactions, and shrink prevention.
• Ensure compliance with Citi Trends policies, procedures, and standards.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and development of store staff.

Skills

Retail leadership

Strong communication

Team development

Scheduling flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Citi Trends is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to help lead daily operations, drive sales, and manage staffing with the Store Manager. You will oversee customer service, inventory control, and policy compliance while supporting hiring and training of associates.

The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and a commitment to providing an exceptional guest experience in a fast-paced retail environment. Evening and weekend flexibility is required.