Store Manager: Lead a Rockstar Team & Drive Sales

BoxLunch & Hot Topic; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

BoxLunch & Hot Topic is seeking a Store Manager to lead an in-store team and drive sales, development, and performance. You’ll ensure targets are hit, recruit talent, and deliver outstanding customer experiences in a mall environment.

You’ll rely on data to shape strategy, balance operations, and roll out promotions. A passion for pop culture and strong communication help you mentor staff and create a buzz that keeps customers coming back.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of retail store management experience with team leadership.
• Strong communication, recruiting, and operations skills (payroll, reporting, scheduling, merchandising).
• High school diploma or GED required; degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead store to meet sales plans and comp goals.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a collaborative team.
• Engage customers and drive engagement through social media and clienteling.
• Maintain operational standards and guard shrink, payroll, and schedules.
• Communicate with leadership and HQ on trends and feedback.
• Use sales reports to guide strategy and hit targets.
• merchandise store with planograms and launch promos on time.

Skills

Store management

Communication

Recruiting

Payroll

Scheduling

Merchandising

Sales data analysis

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

POS systems

Store equipment

Job description

BoxLunch & Hot Topic is seeking a Store Manager to lead an in-store team and drive sales, development, and performance. You’ll ensure targets are hit, recruit talent, and deliver outstanding customer experiences in a mall environment.

You’ll rely on data to shape strategy, balance operations, and roll out promotions. A passion for pop culture and strong communication help you mentor staff and create a buzz that keeps customers coming back.