FT Assistant Retail Manager | Christmas Cedar Bluff

Job Description

Job Description

Join a Mission That Changes Lives This Christmas Season

At KARM Stores, every item you process helps fund life-restoring services for men, women, and children across East Tennessee. During the Christmas season, our stores experience increased customer activity, and our seasonal team plays a vital role in helping us serve our community well.

If you’re looking for meaningful seasonal work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment, KARM Stores is hiring Christmas Seasonal Team Members to support store operations now through January 2.

KARM Stores Christmas is back again in West Knoxville!! We are now hiring Seasonal Assistant Managers for Christmas positions.

Assistant Manager pay begins at $18-19 an hour, based on experience. Store hours are 9a - 9p, some evenings and Saturdays required. KARM Stores keyholders must be 18 or older

Why Work at KARM Stores?

• Every Sunday Off — Guaranteed
• Competitive hourly pay based on location and experience
• 25% Employee Discount
• Mission-driven work that makes a difference
• Opportunity to gain retail and production experience in a fast-paced environment

Seasonal Position Details

Position Type: Seasonal
Assignment Dates: Immediate start through January 2
Schedule: Full-Time opportunities available, including holiday and peak-season schedules as needed

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily store operations, including register transactions, cash handling, and customer service
• Help create a welcoming, organized, and mission-driven shopping environment
• Assist with merchandising, recovery, stocking, and maintaining sales floor standards
• Partner with store leadership to identify priorities on the retail floor and respond to store needs
• Help train and support new team members so they can succeed in their roles
• Complete daily reporting accurately, including sales reports, deposits, reconciliations, and other store paperwork
• Lead by example in customer service, teamwork, dependability, and professionalism
• Help communicate and model KARM Stores’ mission and core values in daily work

What Success Looks Like

• Customers feel welcomed and valued
• Transactions are processed accurately and efficiently
• The sales floor remains organized and stocked
• Productivity expectations are consistently met
• Dependability and punctuality are demonstrated

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Previous retail, leadership, or customer service experience
• Basic computer and point-of-sale system skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment
• Availability to work Saturdays and flexible shifts
• Commitment to working respectfully within a mission-driven workplace

Physical Requirements

This role is performed in a retail environment and may involve standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting throughout the shift.

• Ability to remain on your feet for extended periods
• Frequent lifting, bending, and reaching
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Moderate to heavy physical activity may be required

Additional Information

KARM Stores participates in E-Verify and confirms employment eligibility through Form I-9 documentation.

We are proud to be a second-chance employer. Criminal history does not automatically disqualify applicants. Background checks are conducted in accordance with applicable law.

KARM Stores is an Equal Opportunity Employer.