Store Manager

Citi Trends, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Paid training

Career growth

Job summary

CITITRENDS is seeking a Store Manager in Huntsville, AL to lead all aspects of store performance, people leadership, and operations. You will oversee daily store operations, drive sales and profitability, and ensure a positive customer experience while coaching a high-performing team.

This role suits experienced retail leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments, own results, and uphold company policies. The position requires a hands-on leader who can manage staffing, payroll, inventory, and

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a Store Manager or equivalent retail leadership role.
• 5-7 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.
• Operational Excellence & Compliance.
• Customer-Focused Execution.
• Adaptability in a Fast-Paced Retail Environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily store operations to meet sales goals and customer experience standards.
• Monitor sales performance and take action to drive results.
• Maintain payroll, shrink control, and operating expenses.
• Ensure inventory controls and shrink prevention compliance.
• Recruit, interview, hire, onboard, coach, and counsel associates per policy.
• Provide coaching and performance management to store team.

Skills

Store leadership

Customer service

People leadership

Communication

Flexibility schedule

Math skills

Operational excellence

Loss prevention

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

0054 Citi Trends, Fountain Plaza, 1201 N. Memorial Pkwy. Huntsville, AL 35801

Position

Store Manager

External Description

About CITITRENDS

CITITRENDS is a leading off-price value retailer of apparel, accessories, and home trends dedicated to delivering great style and amazing brands at exceptional prices.

We are growing and investing in our stores, our people, and our leaders. Our success is driven by strong store leadership, a commitment to customer experience, and a passion for developing talent from within our communities.

Position Summary

As a Store Manager , you are responsible for leading all aspects of store performance, people leadership, and operational execution. You will oversee daily store operations, drive sales and profitability, and ensure a positive customer experience while building, coaching, and developing a high-performing store team.

This role is ideal for experienced retail leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments, lead with accountability, and take ownership of results.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

Store Operations & Performance

• Lead daily store operations to ensure sales goals, profit objectives , and customer experience standards are consistently achieved
• Monitor sales performance and take action to drive results and address opportunities
• Maintain financial controls, including payroll management, shrink control, and operating expenses
• Ensure proper inventory controls, inventory transactions, and compliance with shrink prevention standards
• Uphold all CITITRENDS operational policies, procedures, and standards
• Recruit, interview, hire, onboard, coach, and, when necessary, counsel or terminate associates in accordance with company policies and legal guidelines
• Direct and supervise associates engaged in sales, inventory, cash handling, and customer service
• Build and maintain appropriate staffing levels to support store operations and performance
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance management to develop store associates

Customer Experience & Compliance

• Ensure customers consistently receive excellent service in a safe, organized, and welcoming environment
• Reinforce adherence to company policies, procedures, and loss prevention standards
• Ensure consistent execution of merchandising, operational, and visual standards
• Address customer concerns professionally and promptly
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support store operations and business needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 3-5 years of experience as a Store Manager or equivalent retail leadership role
• 5-7 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
• Operational Excellence & Compliance
• Customer-Focused Execution
• Adaptability in a Fast-Paced Retail Environment

Why Join CITITRENDS

CITITRENDS is a great place to build a fun and rewarding career in retail management. We believe in promoting from within and developing leaders who take initiative. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• health and dental insurance
• paid vacation
• a 401(k) plan
• paid training
• opportunities for continued career growth

If you're ready to lead a store, build strong teams, and make a meaningful impact in your community - CITITRENDS is the place for you.

CITITRENDS is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.