Part-Time Assistant Manager - Level 2

BoxLunch; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Part-Time Assistant Manager to enhance the customer experience while supporting sales and team development. This role involves recruiting and nurturing a passionate team, ensuring operational excellence, and driving store performance while engaging customers with new products.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of retail management experience preferred.
• Proven success in leading and developing teams.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-changing retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Store Manager in achieving sales goals.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a collaborative team.
• Ensure operational excellence in store performance.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Degree (a plus)

Job description

At Hot Topic, we’re passionate about music, pop culture, and creating an amazing in-store experience for our customers and employees.

We’re seeking a Part-Time Assistant Manager – Level 2 to help lead the store. You’ll support the Store Manager in achieving sales targets, recruiting, and team development. Think of yourself as a blend of Harry Potter and Luke Skywalker—ready to handle anything while driving sales and building lasting customer relationships.

Pay range starting at $12.00/hr-$13.80/hr.

Please note that the final salary will depend on factors such as education, location, experience, and meeting the role's minimum requirements.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Support your Store Manager in achieving sales goals and driving store performance.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a passionate, collaborative team.
• Create buzz and engagement through promoting new products, social media, and services like BOPIS and curbside pickup.
• Ensure operational excellence by balancing sales, operations, and customer service.
• Monitor shrink/loss prevention, payroll, and staff schedules.
• Communicate with leadership and headquarters about trends and customer feedback.
• Analyze sales data to inform strategies.
• Merchandise the store effectively, launching promotions on time.
• Develop your team of high-performing, customer-focused associates.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• 1-2 years of retail management experience, preferably with a passion for music and pop culture.
• Proven success in leading teams, with skills in communication, recruiting, operations, and staff development.
• Strong skills in communication, time management, professionalism, and operations.
• High school diploma or GED; a degree is a plus.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-changing retail environment.
• Physical ability to navigate the store, merchandise products, and lift up to 50 pounds.