Part-Time Assistant Manager Trainee: Growth to Store Leader

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation; Solana Beach (CA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Employee Merchandise Discount

Ticket Discounts to Top Attractions &

Employee Referral Program

Paid Sick Leave

Dental, Medical Insurance

Job summary

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation is seeking an Assistant Manager Trainee (Part-time) to grow with a dynamic sports-focused team. This entry-level role offers hands-on leadership development within a fast-paced retail environment and a clear path to advancement.

You will deliver excellent customer service, assist with store operations, and train new associates while building product knowledge. Flexible scheduling and employee discounts are available.

Qualifications

• Requires strong customer service background and/or education aligned with the industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stay organized in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Detail-oriented and reliable with basic math skills.
• Flexible scheduling and willingness to train for promotion to management.

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 enforcement of company policies.
• Assist with store opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
• Train newly hired associates and direct sales and cashier staff.
• Inventory control and loss prevention compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team leadership potential

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation is seeking an Assistant Manager Trainee (Part-time) to grow with a dynamic sports-focused team. This entry-level role offers hands-on leadership development within a fast-paced retail environment and a clear path to advancement.

You will deliver excellent customer service, assist with store operations, and train new associates while building product knowledge. Flexible scheduling and employee discounts are available.