Assistant Store Manager - Lead Team & Store Performance

Citi Trends, Inc.; LaPlace (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Paid training

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Citi Trends, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Laplace, LA to support daily store operations, lead a team, and drive sales performance. You will collaborate with the Store Manager on hiring, onboarding, and development of store associates, ensuring exceptional customer service and compliance with policies.

The role requires managing staffing, coaching associates, and maintaining a safe, organized, customer-focused environment. Join Citi Trends to grow your leadership career in retail.

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, organizational, and people leadership skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.

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, inventory transactions, and shrink prevention efforts.
• Assist the Store Manager with hiring, onboarding, and training support for store associates.
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance support to associates.
• Help maintain appropriate staffing levels by supporting recruiting efforts and employee retention.
• Maintain compliance with Citi Trends policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support store operations and business needs.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

People leadership

Flexible schedule

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Citi Trends, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Laplace, LA to support daily store operations, lead a team, and drive sales performance. You will collaborate with the Store Manager on hiring, onboarding, and development of store associates, ensuring exceptional customer service and compliance with policies.

The role requires managing staffing, coaching associates, and maintaining a safe, organized, customer-focused environment. Join Citi Trends to grow your leadership career in retail.