Store Manager: Lead Fans, Drive Sales & Service

Hot Topic; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Hot Topic is seeking a Store Manager to lead our mall store team, drive sales targets, and deliver exceptional customer service. You will recruit, coach, and develop staff, manage daily operations including payroll and scheduling, and use data to shape strategic decisions.

You will champion brand culture, engagement, and social media presence while ensuring merchandising excellence and timely promo execution. If you thrive in a fast-paced retail environment, join us and lead with passion.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience recruiting, developing, and leading a team.
• Strong operations, payroll, scheduling, and reporting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, develop, and retain a collaborative team to run the store.
• Lead store operations, or drive sales and customer engagement.
• Run sales reports and use data to guide strategy to hit targets.
• Merchandise store to align with promos and planograms.
• Mentor staff and provide regular feedback and recognition.

Skills

Communication

Recruiting

Operations

Merchandising

Payroll/Reporting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Hot Topic is seeking a Store Manager to lead our mall store team, drive sales targets, and deliver exceptional customer service. You will recruit, coach, and develop staff, manage daily operations including payroll and scheduling, and use data to shape strategic decisions.

You will champion brand culture, engagement, and social media presence while ensuring merchandising excellence and timely promo execution. If you thrive in a fast-paced retail environment, join us and lead with passion.