Trading Cards Store Manager — Lead Fast-Paced Card Shop

Monmouth Trading Cards; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Monmouth Cards is looking for a Store Manager to lead our West Hartford, CT retail location. This is a fast-paced store serving a high-volume, student-driven customer base.

The role requires strong leadership, operational discipline, and the ability to create an engaging in-store experience for both new and experienced collectors. You will oversee daily store operations, hire and train a team of part-time associates, drive in-store sales through customer engagement and product knowledge, and

Qualifications

• Prior retail management experience is required.
• Experience managing part-time or student employees is a plus.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Sales-driven mindset with focus on customer experience.
• Interest in trading cards or collectibles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily store operations in a high-traffic environment.
• Hire, train, and manage a team of part-time associates (including students).
• Drive in-store sales through strong customer engagement and product knowledge.
• Manage inventory across sealed product, single cards, and supplies.
• Maintain store organization, merchandising, and cleanliness.
• Handle scheduling and ensure proper staffing during peak hours.
• Build relationships with the local community and campus customers.
• Execute promotions, events, and product launches.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Sales-driven

Inventory management

Job description

Monmouth Cards is looking for a Store Manager to lead our West Hartford, CT retail location. This is a fast-paced store serving a high-volume, student-driven customer base.

The role requires strong leadership, operational discipline, and the ability to create an engaging in-store experience for both new and experienced collectors. You will oversee daily store operations, hire and train a team of part-time associates, drive in-store sales through customer engagement and product knowledge, and