Part-Time Assistant Manager Trainee: Path to Store Leadership

Big-5-Sporting-Goods; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; 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 in Burbank, CA, is seeking an Assistant Manager Trainee for a part-time role. This entry-level position offers a defined training path toward higher management, with opportunities to grow within a fast-paced sporting goods retailer.

You will gain knowledge through a structured program, work under experienced personnel, and contribute to store operations, merchandising, and customer service. The role is designed to transition in 6–18 months based on performance.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• High school diploma or GED; retail or sports knowledge 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 with company policies.
• Set up promotional signage and maintain stockroom Lookup as needed.
• Training newly hired associates and directing sales staff.
• Assist with store opening and closing procedures.
• Inventory control and loss prevention compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Merchandising

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Big 5 Sporting Goods in Burbank, CA, is seeking an Assistant Manager Trainee for a part-time role. This entry-level position offers a defined training path toward higher management, with opportunities to grow within a fast-paced sporting goods retailer.

You will gain knowledge through a structured program, work under experienced personnel, and contribute to store operations, merchandising, and customer service. The role is designed to transition in 6–18 months based on performance.