Part Time Assistant Store Manager - Gift Shop

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is seeking an Assistant Store Manager for a popular gift shop in Redding, CA. This part-time role focuses on leading daily store operations, delivering exceptional service, and guiding a team to create thoughtful gifting experiences.

Flexible weekend/evening shifts and a strong focus on inventory accuracy are key. Responsibilities include training staff, managing Shopify POS and inventory, ensuring attractive merchandising, and maintaining a welcoming customer

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Retail management or supervisory experience.
• Strong math skills for inventory reconciliation.
• Experience with retail technology like POS systems and barcode scanners.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs.
• Weekend/evening availability.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team with orientation, training, and scheduling to cover all shifts.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers with gifting.
• Collaborate with merchandiser on store layout and product presentation.

Skills

Retail management

Staff supervision

Customer service

Math skills

Team leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Shopify POS

POS systems

Barcode scanners

Job description

About Express:

Express Employment Professionals, named ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client and Talent Awards winner for the past 7 years, is hiring for a local client company in Shasta County. We help people in our community find work every day. Express Employment Professionals in Redding wants to make a difference locally and across North America. With more than 800 locations across the U.S., Canada, and South Africa, we are on a mission to put a million people to work annually.

About the Client:

Express Employment is working with a popular gift shop in Redding.

About the Position:

The Assistant Store Manager will oversee daily operations, ensure a welcoming environment, and lead the team to provide exceptional service and thoughtful gifting experiences. This is a part time position.

Job Description/ Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Training

• Orientation and training on store procedures, product knowledge, and standard of service.
• Manage staff schedules and ensure all shifts are adequately covered to meet business needs.
• Teach gift-giving techniques, offering thoughtful suggestions including attractive gift wrapping.
• Encourage customer loyalty to the team; model positive interactions & give product education.

Inventory & Operations Management

• Perform regular inventory reconciliation to ensure stock accuracy and minimize discrepancies.
• Manage Shopify POS system, manage accurate sales, returns, and troubleshoot retail tech.
• Monitor & manage inventory levels, coordinate receiving, tagging, and labeling merchandise.
• Ensure sales floor is fully stocked, attractively merchandised, and cleaned regularly.
• Work with merchandiser to ensure her vision is maintained in the store layout.
• Execute opening and closing procedures independently.
• Ensure staff are following established company protocols.
• Balance cash drawer daily and make weekly bank drops.

Customer Excellence

• Greet and assist customers with warmth, helping them select the perfect artisan products.
• Resolve customer concerns with professional interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualifications:

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Required: Previous retail management or supervisory experience.
• Strong math skills for inventory reconciliation.
• Experience with retail technology like POS systems and barcode scanners.
• Proven ability to work independently, handle high levels of responsibility, and lead a team.
• Physical: Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs.
• Flexibility: Availability to work weekends, evenings, or during special market events.

Shift:

Days are not set but open 7 days a week. This is part time.

Compensation:

$18.00-$22.00 per hour depending on experience

About You:

You are attentive, responsive, and can take control of situations.
You are personable, determined, and driven to make a difference. You can see beyond a problem, respond to situations in crafty ways, and put a positive and professional spin on any situation.
Multitasking and professionalism are natural habits.
You thrive on succeeding, overcoming challenges, and have an exceptional work ethic.
Friends and co-workers describe you as a highly organized and productive person.
You are a team player and an individual performer who can quickly connect with others inside and outside of the company.
You naturally possess a "can get it done attitude" even when the odds are not in your favor.
You are very organized and disciplined and can effectively manage multiple conflicting priorities and deadlines in a rapidly changing environment.
You are reliable and are always looking for what to do next.
You are at least 18 years of age.

Pre-employment screenings if required by the client

Express Employment Professionals is an equal opportunity Employer.