Part-Time Store Lead — Drive Sales & Team Growth

Hot Topic, Inc.; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Hot Topic, Inc. 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, hitting sales targets, recruiting, and developing your team.

You’re a blend of leadership and culture, driving sales through promotions, social engagement, and options like BOPIS and curbside pickup. You’ll merchandise with planograms and keep store operations sound.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a retail team and driving sales
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to recruit, train, and develop team members
• Knowledge of store operations, payroll, scheduling, and merchandising

Responsibilities

• Support Store Manager in achieving sales plan and store goals
• Help recruit, develop, and retain a collaborative team
• Promote new products and promotions to boost engagement and sales
• Lead operational excellence with customer-first selling and efficient store processes
• Monitor shrink, payroll hours, and associate schedules
• Collaborate with retail leadership and HQ on trends and feedback
• Run sales reports and use data to guide strategy
• Merchandise the store following planograms and launch promos on time
• Develop a high-performing, customer-focused team

Skills

Store leadership

Communication

Recruiting

Operations

Time management

Merchandising

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Hot Topic, Inc. 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, hitting sales targets, recruiting, and developing your team.

You’re a blend of leadership and culture, driving sales through promotions, social engagement, and options like BOPIS and curbside pickup. You’ll merchandise with planograms and keep store operations sound.