Part-Time Assistant Manager – Level 2: Lead, Sell & Inspire

Hot Topic, Inc.; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Hot Topic, Inc. is seeking a Part-Time Assistant Manager – Level 2 to help lead the loudest store in the mall. You will support the Store Manager in achieving sales targets, recruiting, and developing a passionate team while delivering an exceptional in-store experience for customers.

You’ll drive promotions, oversee operations, scheduling, and shrink prevention, and build strong customer relationships. If you love music and pop culture, this role offers growth and hands-on leadership in a

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of retail store management experience.
• Strong communication, recruiting, and operations skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager to achieve sales goals and store objectives.
• Lead and develop a collaborative, high-performing team.
• Promote products and store promotions to drive customer engagement.
• Oversee store operations, payroll hours, scheduling, and merchandising.
• Monitor shrink and ensure cost controls in daily operations.
• Collaborate with retail leadership and HQ on trends and feedback.
• Run sales reports to guide strategy and staffing.
• Merchandise the store following planograms and launch promos on time.
• Develop associates into a high-performing, customer-focused team.

Skills

Retail management

Communication

Recruiting

Operations

Merchandising

Scheduling

Time management

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Job description

Hot Topic, Inc. is seeking a Part-Time Assistant Manager – Level 2 to help lead the loudest store in the mall. You will support the Store Manager in achieving sales targets, recruiting, and developing a passionate team while delivering an exceptional in-store experience for customers.

You’ll drive promotions, oversee operations, scheduling, and shrink prevention, and build strong customer relationships. If you love music and pop culture, this role offers growth and hands-on leadership in a