Part-Time Assistant Manager - Level 1

BoxLunch & Hot Topic; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a passionate Part-Time Assistant Manager who loves music and pop culture. In this role, you will enhance customer experiences, support sales goals, and play a vital role in team development. Ideal candidates possess retail experience and strong communication skills, ready to contribute to a vibrant store environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of retail store experience.
• Strong communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide an amazing shopping experience for customers.
• Support store leadership and manage store operations.
• Assist with team development and store organization.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Professionalism

Operations

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

We’re looking for music and pop culture fanatics to help create the best experience for our customers. As a Hot Topic Part-Time Assistant Manager – Level 1, you’ll be a huge part of our success by supporting the store leadership team in providing the best customer experience, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You’ll use your fandom knowledge to help train new recruits and ensure their success, and also support the management team in daily operations and meeting sales targets.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Provide an amazing shopping experience that will encourage customers to return. They’ll be impressed by your product knowledge, customer experience skills, and enthusiasm for pop culture.
• Step in and step up when needed. You’ll cover the sales floor and provide leadership support when your Manager gets pulled away.
• You’ve got the keys to the store, and you’re not afraid to use them! You’ll open and close the store, as needed.
• Work the register; process sales transactions and use your fandom knowledge to drive add-on sales using additional benefits such as BOPIS and curbside pickup. You’ll also close out the register and communicate shortages or overages to your Store Manager.
• Understand store sales plans, goals, and key KPIs: UPT and ADT.
• Assist with planogram changes including store layout, wall, fixture, & merchandising mix.
• Communicate fashion & music trend information to management and HQ partners.
• Work with Store Management to ensure proper handling of store security and theft prevention.
• Support the maintenance of the stock room; help keep the store organized and tidy.
• Help develop and retain a passionate, collaborative team to run your store alongside you.
• Perform any other activities as assigned by your Store Leader.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• At least 1 year of retail store experience. If you love music and pop culture, you're in the right place!
• Strong skills in communication, time management, professionalism, operations, and a drive to develop your team.
• A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• The ability to navigate the store, merchandise products using approved equipment, and lift boxes weighing up to 50 pounds.