Part-Time Assistant Manager - Level 1

BoxLunch & Hot Topic; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Part-Time Assistant Manager who is passionate about music and pop culture. This role involves engaging customers, supporting store operations, and training new team members. Ideal candidates will have retail experience and strong communication skills. Join a fun and dynamic environment where your love for fandom can shine!

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of retail experience, with a love for music and pop culture.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide an engaging shopping experience and support store operations.
• Open and close the store, operate the register, and promote add-on sales.
• Train new recruits and assist with sales goals and KPIs.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Operational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 significant part of our success by supporting the store leadership team in providing an exceptional customer experience, ensuring that fellow fans can access the merchandise they love. You’ll leverage your fandom knowledge to help train new recruits and support daily operations and sales targets.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Provide an engaging shopping experience that encourages customer loyalty through product knowledge and excellent customer service.
• Step in and support store operations as needed, including covering the sales floor and providing leadership support when required.
• Open and close the store, handling responsibilities with confidence.
• Operate the register, process sales, and use your fandom knowledge to promote add-on sales and benefits such as BOPIS and curbside pickup. Communicate any shortages or overages to your Store Manager.
• Understand and work towards store sales plans, goals, and KPIs like UPT and ADT.
• Assist with planogram updates, including store layout, wall displays, fixtures, and merchandising.
• Share fashion and music trend insights with management and HQ partners.
• Collaborate with Store Management to prevent theft and misuse of store assets.
• Maintain organized stockrooms and a tidy store environment.
• Contribute to building a passionate, collaborative team to run your store effectively.
• Perform any other activities assigned by your Store Leader.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• At least 1 year of retail experience, with a love for music and pop culture!
• Strong communication, time management, professionalism, operational skills, and a drive to develop your team.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• The ability to navigate the store, merchandise products using approved equipment, and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.