Part-Time Retail Lead: Music & Pop Culture Store

BoxLunch; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Hot Topic in Mission Viejo, CA is seeking a Part-Time Assistant Manager – Level 2 to support the Store Manager in hitting sales targets and developing a strong team. You’ll help recruit, train, and engage staff while driving customer-first selling and promotional launches.

You will lead operations, monitor shrink and schedules, and collaborate with retail leadership to respond to trends and feedback. A passion for music and pop culture is a must.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of retail store management experience.
• Experience leading teams, recruiting, and developing talent.
• Strong communication, time management, and operational skills.
• High school diploma or GED required; degree is a plus.
• Retail is fast-changing; adaptable to curveballs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Support Store Manager in achieving sales plan and targets.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a collaborative store team.
• Promote products and promotions through in-store and social channels (BOPIS/curbside).
• Provide leadership for operational excellence, delegating tasks effectively.
• Monitor shrink, payroll hours, and associate schedules.
• Communicate trends and feedback with retail leadership and HQ.
• Run sales reports and use data to guide strategy.
• Merchandise the store per planograms and launch promos on time.
• Develop a high-performing, customer-focused team.

Skills

Retail management

Leadership

Communication

Recruiting

Operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Planograms

Job description

Hot Topic in Mission Viejo, CA is seeking a Part-Time Assistant Manager – Level 2 to support the Store Manager in hitting sales targets and developing a strong team. You’ll help recruit, train, and engage staff while driving customer-first selling and promotional launches.

You will lead operations, monitor shrink and schedules, and collaborate with retail leadership to respond to trends and feedback. A passion for music and pop culture is a must.