Growth-Driven Assistant Store Manager

Citi Trends, Inc.; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Paid training

Opportunities for continued growth

Job summary

Citi Trends in Mesquite, TX is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support daily store operations, lead the team, and assist with staffing and onboarding under the Store Manager. You will drive sales performance, ensure compliance with policies, maintain a safe, customer-focused environment, and coach associates to deliver excellent service and merchandise presentation.

This role offers growth potential within a dynamic, value-driven retailer and rewards initiative, teamwork, and strong

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.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations, including percentages.

Responsibilities

• Support daily store operations to ensure sales goals, customer experience standards, and operational expectations are consistently met.
• Monitor sales activity and provide guidance to associates to deliver excellent customer service.
• Assist with inventory control, inventory transactions, and shrink prevention efforts.
• Ensure compliance with Citi Trends policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Supervise and support store associates in sales, inventory, cash handling, and customer service.
• Assist the Store Manager with hiring and recruiting activities, including candidate screening, interviews, onboarding, and training support.
• Help maintain appropriate staffing levels by supporting recruiting efforts and employee retention.
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance support to associates.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

People leadership

Customer-focused execution

Operational accountability

Adaptability in a fast-paced retail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Citi Trends in Mesquite, TX is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support daily store operations, lead the team, and assist with staffing and onboarding under the Store Manager. You will drive sales performance, ensure compliance with policies, maintain a safe, customer-focused environment, and coach associates to deliver excellent service and merchandise presentation.

This role offers growth potential within a dynamic, value-driven retailer and rewards initiative, teamwork, and strong