Part-Time Retail Team Lead: Drive Sales & Growth

Hot Topic; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Hot Topic is seeking a Part-Time Assistant Manager – Level 2 to help lead the loudest store in the mall. You’ll support the Store Manager in achieving store objectives with regards to hitting sales targets, recruiting, and development.

You’ll be the store’s #1 fan – you’ll drive sales, promote new products, and engage customers through promotions, social media, and services like BOPIS and curbside pickup. This role starts at $19.15–$22.05 per hour.

Qualifications

• At least 1–2 years of retail store management experience.
• Strong communication, recruiting, operations, and leadership skills.
• High school diploma or GED (degree is a plus).

Responsibilities

• Support Store Manager in achieving sales plan and comp sales goals.
• Help recruit, develop, and retain a collaborative, passionate store team.
• Promote products and promotions through in-store activities and social media.
• Provide leadership to run an operationally sound business with a customer-first approach.
• Monitor shrink, payroll hours, and associate schedules.
• Communicate with regional leadership and HQ on trends and feedback.
• Run sales reports and use data to guide strategy to hit targets.
• Merchandise the store using planograms and timely promos.
• Develop your team of loyal, high-performing associates.

Skills

Retail management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Hot Topic is seeking a Part-Time Assistant Manager – Level 2 to help lead the loudest store in the mall. You’ll support the Store Manager in achieving store objectives with regards to hitting sales targets, recruiting, and development.

You’ll be the store’s #1 fan – you’ll drive sales, promote new products, and engage customers through promotions, social media, and services like BOPIS and curbside pickup. This role starts at $19.15–$22.05 per hour.