Part-Time Assistant Manager - Level 2

BoxLunch & Hot Topic; Virginia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in retail is seeking a Part-Time Assistant Manager – Level 2 to support sales and team development. The role includes leading customer engagement initiatives, monitoring operational performance, and collaborating with the Store Manager. Ideal candidates will have retail management experience and a passion for music and pop culture, contributing to a vibrant in-store atmosphere.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of retail store management experience.
• Experience leading successful teams.
• Ability to adapt to fast-changing retail environments.

Responsibilities

• Support Store Manager in achieving sales goals.
• Help recruit and develop a passionate team.
• Monitor payroll and associate schedules.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Professionalism

Team Development

Operations

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 lead our store. You’ll support the Store Manager in achieving sales targets, recruiting, and developing a passionate team. Be ready to handle anything that comes your way while driving sales and building customer relationships.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Support your Store Manager in achieving sales goals and targets.
• Help recruit, develop, and retain a collaborative, passionate team.
• Create buzz and customer engagement through product promotion, social media, and services like BOPIS and curbside pickup.
• Provide leadership to ensure operational excellence, balancing operations, delegation, and customer service.
• Monitor shrink/loss prevention, payroll, and associate schedules.
• Communicate with retail leadership and HQ about trends and customer feedback.
• Analyze sales reports and use data to guide strategies.
• Merchandise the store effectively and launch promotions on time.
• Develop your team of loyal, high-performing, customer-focused associates in partnership with your Store Manager.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• 1-2 years of retail store management experience, especially if you love music and pop culture.
• Experience leading successful teams with skills in communication, recruiting, operations, and team development.
• Strong skills in communication, time management, professionalism, and operations.
• A high school diploma or GED; a degree is a plus.
• Adaptability to a fast-changing retail environment.
• Ability to navigate the store, merchandise products, and lift up to 50 pounds.