Resale Assistant Manager to General Manager Trainee - Burnet Rd

Uptown Cheapskate, Llc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Uptown Cheapskate in Austin, TX is seeking a full-time Assistant Manager to General Manager Trainee to lead daily store operations and train a high-performing team. You will implement systems, drive efficiency, and focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences.

The GM Trainee will analyze sales data, develop growth strategies, manage inventory, and mentor staff to uphold Uptown Cheapskate's values of value and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Retail management experience, preferably in resale or clothing retail.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Passion for sustainable fashion and current trends.
• Analytical mindset for interpreting sales data.
• Proficiency with Google Drive and Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations, ensuring efficiency and high-quality service.
• Train and evaluate staff to build a high-performing and cohesive team.
• Implement operational systems and manage the team to maintain performance standards.
• Drive sales growth by developing and executing effective sales strategies.
• Maintain inventory control, visual merchandising, and overall store presentation.
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly and professionally.
• Analyze sales performance data and report key metrics to management.
• Assist with grassroots marketing efforts to promote the store and increase local awareness.

Skills

Retail management

Leadership

Customer service

Sales strategy

Team development

Data analysis

Tools

Google Drive

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Assistant Manager to General Manager Trainee - Uptown Cheapskate, Austin, TX

About Us

Uptown Cheapskate is a locally owned, award-winning resale store offering modern, vintage, and designer apparel at unbeatable prices. We're dedicated to giving clothing a second life while offering a unique shopping experience. Check out our Instagram feed (@uptownaustin) to get a better feel for what our store has to offer.

Position Overview

We are seeking a full-time, in-person General Manager to lead the daily operations of Uptown Cheapskate Austin with passion, creativity, and a commitment to sustainability. You will train on established operational systems and, once trained, manage your team to ensure they are consistently followed, driving efficiency, sales performance, and customer experience. The ideal candidate is a driven leader with experience in retail management, team development, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations, ensuring efficiency and high-quality service.
• Train and evaluate staff to build a high-performing and cohesive team.
• Implement operational systems and manage the team to maintain performance standards.
• Drive sales growth by developing and executing effective sales strategies.
• Maintain inventory control, visual merchandising, and overall store presentation.
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly and professionally.
• Analyze sales performance data and report key metrics to management.
• Assist with grassroots marketing efforts to promote the store and increase local awareness.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail management, preferably in resale or clothing retail.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills with a focus on collaboration.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Passion for sustainable fashion with knowledge of current trends.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data and drive performance.
• Proficiency in Google Drive tools and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).