Store Ops Leader & People Coach (Flexible Schedule)

cititrendsstoremgmt; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Training opportunities

Job summary

Citi Trends is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Southaven, MS to help lead daily operations, drive sales, and support the Store Manager with staffing and training. You will coach associates, ensure excellent customer service, and uphold company standards across inventory, loss prevention, and merchandising.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in retail leadership, strong communication, and the ability to work nights/weekends. The role offers growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–4 years of experience as an Assistant Manager or similar retail leadership role.
• 3–5+ years of overall retail experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support daily store operations to meet sales goals and customer experience standards.
• Monitor sales activity and guide associates to deliver excellent customer service.
• Assist with inventory control, transactions, and shrink prevention efforts.
• Ensure compliance with Citi Trends policies and standards.
• Assist Store Manager with hiring, onboarding, and training of associates.

Skills

People Leadership

Team Development

Hiring & Recruiting

Customer Focus

Operational Accountability

Time Management

Adaptability

Retail Leadership

Assistant Manager Experience

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Citi Trends is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Southaven, MS to help lead daily operations, drive sales, and support the Store Manager with staffing and training. You will coach associates, ensure excellent customer service, and uphold company standards across inventory, loss prevention, and merchandising.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in retail leadership, strong communication, and the ability to work nights/weekends. The role offers growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.