Part-Time Assistant Manager Trainee — Flexible Schedule

Big-5-Sporting-Goods; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Employee Merchandise Discount

Ticket Discounts to Top Attractions

Employee Referral Program

Paid Sick Leave

Dental and Medical Insurance

Job summary

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation in Torrance, CA, is seeking an Assistant Manager Trainee for a part-time role. The program offers a structured path to higher management with a defined training plan and rapid growth opportunities.

The entry-level position lasts 6–18 months, focusing on leadership development, customer service, and daily store operations. Candidates should be sports-minded, energetic, and ready to learn in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must possess High School diploma, GED, or High School Equivalency.
• Flexible Scheduling.
• Upon accepting a position offered, candidate will be subject to E-Verify.
• Light to moderate lifting may be required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic organizational and/or applicable math skills.
• Detail-oriented and reliable.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of sporting goods is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers throughout the store.
• Answer phone calls and respond to customer inquiries.
• Recommend products and suggest add-on sales.
• Merchandising and compliance of all company policies.
• Setting promotional signage.
• Checking and retrieving merchandise from stockroom as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked sales floor.
• Assist with store opening and closing procedures.
• Training newly hired associates.
• Directing sales and cashier associates throughout the store.
• Inventory control and enforcement of loss prevention policies.
• Enforcement of all company policies.
• Performs or may perform additional duties as assigned by management and supervision.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Sports knowledge

Education

High School diploma / GED

Job description

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation in Torrance, CA, is seeking an Assistant Manager Trainee for a part-time role. The program offers a structured path to higher management with a defined training plan and rapid growth opportunities.

The entry-level position lasts 6–18 months, focusing on leadership development, customer service, and daily store operations. Candidates should be sports-minded, energetic, and ready to learn in a fast-paced retail environment.