Retail Assistant Manager: Lead Operations & People

Citi Trends, Inc.; Stone Mountain (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi Trends is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Stone Mountain, GA, to support daily operations and lead a team. You will work closely with the Store Manager to drive sales, ensure excellent customer service, and oversee staffing, onboarding, and development of store associates.

The role requires 2-4 years in an Assistant Manager or retail leadership role, strong communication and leadership skills, and the ability to work nights and weekends in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2-4 years of experience as an Assistant Manager or similar retail leadership role
• 3-5 years of overall retail experience preferred
• Strong communication , organizational, and people leadership skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends
• Ability to perform basic math calculations, including percentages
• Customer-Focused Execution
• Operational Accountability
• Adaptability in a Fast-Paced Retail Environment

Responsibilities

• Support daily store operations to meet sales goals and customer experience standards.
• Monitor sales activity and guide associates to provide excellent service.
• Assist with inventory control, transactions, and shrink prevention.
• Ensure compliance with Citi Trends policies and standards.
• Supervise store associates in sales, inventory, cash handling, and service.
• Aid Store Manager with hiring, onboarding, and training.
• Assist staffing and retention efforts.
• Provide coaching and performance feedback to associates.
• Maintain a safe, organized store environment.
• Support merchandising, operational, and visual standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

People leadership

Flexible schedule

Math calculations

Customer-focused execution

Operational accountability

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Citi Trends is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Stone Mountain, GA, to support daily operations and lead a team. You will work closely with the Store Manager to drive sales, ensure excellent customer service, and oversee staffing, onboarding, and development of store associates.

The role requires 2-4 years in an Assistant Manager or retail leadership role, strong communication and leadership skills, and the ability to work nights and weekends in a fast-paced retail environment.