Assistant Store Manager: Lead Sales & Team Growth

Citi Trends, Inc.

Bennettsville (SC)

On-site

USD 38,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Paid training

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Citi Trends in Bennettsville, SC is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support daily store operations and lead a team. You will partner with the Store Manager to drive sales performance and staff development.

Responsibilities include hiring and onboarding, coaching, inventory control, and ensuring customer-focused service in a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma and retail leadership experience are required, with opportunities for advancement within Citi Trends.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
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.

Responsibilities

Support daily store operations to ensure sales goals, customer experience standards, and operational expectations are met.
Monitor sales activity and provide guidance to associates to deliver excellent customer service.
Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of store staff.
Maintain staffing levels by supporting recruitment efforts and employee retention.
Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance support to associates.
Ensure compliance with Citi Trends policies and loss prevention standards.