Sports Retail Management Trainee (Part-Time)

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Employee merchandise discount

Ticket discounts to top attractions &

Paid sick leave

Dental insurance

Medical insurance

401k/Roth IRA (profit-sharing)

Job summary

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation is seeking an Assistant Manager Trainee in Downey, CA for a part-time role that begins training in store operations and customer service leadership. You will gain hands-on experience while supporting experienced management and developing through a formal training plan.

The entry-level program lasts 6-18 months, offering growth opportunities as you learn leadership, merchandising, and store-wide processes.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills is required.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with reliability.
• Flexibility in scheduling including evenings and weekends may be needed.
• Basic math and organizational abilities are essential.
• Experience in retail or sporting goods is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers throughout the store.
• Answer phone calls and respond to customer inquiries.
• Recommend products and suggest add-on sales.
• Merchandise and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Set up promotional signage and maintain stockroom processes.
• Support store opening and closing procedures and train new associates.
• Assist with directing sales and cashier staff and manage inventory control.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Flexibility in scheduling

Education

High School diploma / GED

Job description

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation is seeking an Assistant Manager Trainee in Downey, CA for a part-time role that begins training in store operations and customer service leadership. You will gain hands-on experience while supporting experienced management and developing through a formal training plan.

The entry-level program lasts 6-18 months, offering growth opportunities as you learn leadership, merchandising, and store-wide processes.