Assistant Manager

Summary Of Key Responsibilities

• Support daily store operations to ensure sales goals, customer experience standards, and operational expectations are consistently met
• Maintain inventory control, inventory transactions, and shrink prevention efforts
• Ensure compliance with Citi Trends policies, procedures, and operational standards
• Supervise and support store associates in sales, inventory, cash handling, and customer service
• Aid the Store Manager with hiring and recruiting activities, including candidate screening, interviews, onboarding, and training support
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels by supporting recruiting efforts and employee retention
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance support to associates

Customer Experience & Compliance

• Maintain a safe, organized, and customer-focused store environment
• Support consistent execution of merchandising, operational, and visual standards
• Reinforce adherence to company policies, procedures, and loss prevention standards

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
• Strong communication, organizational, and people leadership skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends
• Ability to perform basic math calculations, including percentages

Key Competencies

• People Leadership & Team Development
• Hiring & Recruiting Support
• Customer-Focused Execution
• Operational Accountability
• Time Management & Prioritization
• Adaptability in a Fast-Paced Retail Environment

Pay

Competitive pay

Schedule

Nights and weekends may be required

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• Paid vacation
• 401(k) plan
• Paid training
• Opportunities for continued growth

Equal Employment Opportunity

Citi Trends is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind in accordance with applicable laws.