Store Manager — Lead High-Impact Retail Team

Citi Trends, Inc.; Pearl River (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Paid training

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Citi Trends is seeking a Store Manager to lead daily operations, drive sales, and develop a high-performing team in a fast-paced retail environment. You will oversee payroll, inventory controls, and customer service while ensuring compliance with company policies and standards.

The role requires 3–5 years in store management or related leadership, with 5–7 years total retail experience preferred. Strong communication and people leadership are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of experience as a Store Manager or equivalent retail leadership role.
• 5-7 years of overall retail experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily store operations to meet sales goals, profit objectives, and customer experience standards.
• Monitor sales performance and take action to drive results and address opportunities.
• Maintain payroll, shrink control, and operating expenses.
• Ensure proper inventory controls and compliance with shrink prevention 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 in sales, inventory, cash handling, and customer service.
• Build staffing levels to support operations and provide ongoing coaching and performance management.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

People leadership

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Citi Trends is seeking a Store Manager to lead daily operations, drive sales, and develop a high-performing team in a fast-paced retail environment. You will oversee payroll, inventory controls, and customer service while ensuring compliance with company policies and standards.

The role requires 3–5 years in store management or related leadership, with 5–7 years total retail experience preferred. Strong communication and people leadership are essential for success in this position.