Growth-Focused Assistant Store Manager | Lead Retail Team

Citi Trends, Inc.; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Paid training

Job summary

Citi Trends, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Florence, SC. You will support daily store operations, lead a team, and assist with staffing, onboarding, and development of store associates.

Collaborate with the Store Manager to drive sales performance, maintain inventory control, and ensure exceptional customer experience. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and adaptability in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–4 years in Assistant Manager or retail leadership role preferred.
• 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.

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 prevention.
• Ensure compliance with Citi Trends policies and standards.
• Supervise and support store associates in sales, inventory, cash handling, and customer service.
• Assist Store Manager with hiring, onboarding, and training of staff.
• Help maintain staffing levels by supporting recruiting and retention.
• Provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback to associates.
• Support merchandising, operational, and visual standards implementation.

Skills

Communication

Organization

People leadership

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Citi Trends, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Florence, SC. You will support daily store operations, lead a team, and assist with staffing, onboarding, and development of store associates.

Collaborate with the Store Manager to drive sales performance, maintain inventory control, and ensure exceptional customer experience. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and adaptability in a fast-paced retail environment.