Retail Team Lead: Drive Sales & Develop Leaders

Citi Trends, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Paid training

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Citi Trends, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Houston to support daily store operations, lead a team, and assist with staffing and development. You will partner with the Store Manager to drive sales performance and ensure exceptional customer service.

The role emphasizes coaching, inventory awareness, and adherence to company policies while maintaining a customer-focused shopping environment. This position requires flexibility for evening and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2–4 years of experience as an Assistant Manager or similar retail leadership role preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Support daily store operations to ensure sales goals and customer experience standards are met.
• Help drive sales performance and provide guidance to associates.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding and development of store associates.
• Monitor sales activity and provide coaching to improve performance.
• Assist the Store Manager with staffing and recruiting activities.

Skills

Strong communication

People leadership

Organizational skills

Flexible schedule

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Citi Trends, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Houston to support daily store operations, lead a team, and assist with staffing and development. You will partner with the Store Manager to drive sales performance and ensure exceptional customer service.

The role emphasizes coaching, inventory awareness, and adherence to company policies while maintaining a customer-focused shopping environment. This position requires flexibility for evening and weekend shifts.