Retail Assistant Store Manager — Lead & Grow Team

cititrendsstoremgmt; Laurel (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi Trends is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support daily store operations, lead the team, and assist with hiring and onboarding. Working closely with the Store Manager, you will drive sales performance, uphold operational standards, and develop store associates for growth.

The role requires strong communication, organizational, and people leadership skills, with flexibility to work nights and weekends in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–4 years 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, including percentages.

Responsibilities

• Support daily store operations to meet sales goals and customer experience standards.
• Supervise and support store associates in sales, inventory, cash handling, and service.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of staff.
• Maintain a safe, organized store and compliance with loss prevention standards.

Skills

People Leadership

Team Development

Hiring & Recruiting Support

Customer-Focused Execution

Time Management

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Citi Trends is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support daily store operations, lead the team, and assist with hiring and onboarding. Working closely with the Store Manager, you will drive sales performance, uphold operational standards, and develop store associates for growth.

The role requires strong communication, organizational, and people leadership skills, with flexibility to work nights and weekends in a fast-paced retail environment.