Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Assistant Store Manager

Citi Trends

About Citi Trends

Citi Trends is a leading off-price value retailer of apparel, accessories, and home trends dedicated to delivering great style and amazing brands at exceptional prices.

We are growing and investing in our stores, our people, and our future leaders. Our success is driven by strong store leadership, a commitment to customer experience, and a passion for developing talent from within.

Position Summary

As an Assistant Store Manager, you play a key role in supporting daily store operations, team leadership, and staffing efforts. Partnering closely with the Store Manager, you will help drive sales performance, maintain operational excellence, and support the hiring, onboarding, and development of store associates.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

Store Operations & Performance

  • Support daily store operations to ensure sales goals, customer experience standards, and operational expectations are consistently met
  • Monitor sales activity and provide guidance to associates to deliver excellent customer service
  • Assist with inventory control, inventory transactions, and shrink prevention efforts
  • Ensure compliance with Citi Trends policies, procedures, and operational standards

Team Leadership & Staffing

  • Supervise and support store associates in sales, inventory, cash handling, and customer service
  • Assist the Store Manager with hiring and recruiting activities, including candidate screening, interviews, onboarding, and training support
  • Help 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
  • Reinforce adherence to company policies, procedures, and loss prevention standards
  • Support consistent execution of merchandising, operational, and visual standards
  • Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support store operations and business needs.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • 24 years of experience as an Assistant Manager or similar retail leadership role
  • 35 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

Why Join Citi Trends

Citi Trends is a great place to build a fun and rewarding career in retail management. We believe in promoting from within and developing leaders who take initiative. We offer competitive pay and a benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, paid vacation, a 401(k) plan, paid training, and opportunities for continued growth.

If you're ready to grow your leadership skills, support hiring and team development, and make an impact in your storeCiti Trends is the place for you.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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

Citi Trends
Vacancy posted 20 hours ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Assistant Store Manager in Melrose Park, IL vacancy
  • $26.5 per hour

    When you join our team as an Assistant Store Manager, you’ll take on key store management responsibilities including assisting with supervising day-to-day store activities, ensuring overall store performance, managing schedules, and developing operational action plans... 
    Suggested
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Local area

    ALDI

    Elmwood Park, IL
    3 days ago
  • AutoZone’s store teams are the frontline of WOW! customer service, ensuring that customers...  ...maintain well-stocked inventory, assist customers with product selection, and provide...  ...retail environment. As an Assistant Store Manager at AutoZone, you’ll support daily store operations... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Weekend work
    Afternoon shift

    ALLDATA

    Melrose Park, IL
    4 days ago
  • $15 - $17.5 per hour

    Assistant Bakery Operations Manager (ABOM) The Assistant Bakery Operations Manager (ABOM) is a leadership pipeline role designed to develop the next generation...  ...full bakery ownership when needed. Our Melrose Park, IL store located at 2611 North Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160. KEY... 
    Suggested
    Hourly pay
    Shift work

    Insomniacookies

    Melrose Park, IL
    1 day ago
  • $25.5 per hour

     ...When you join our team as an Assistant Store Manager, you’ll take on key store management responsibilities including assisting with supervising day-to-day store activities, ensuring overall store performance, managing schedules, and developing operational action plans... 
    Suggested
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    Local area

    Aldi

    Westmont, IL
    12 hours ago
  • $25.5 per hour

     ...When you join our team as an Assistant Store Manager, you’ll take on key store management responsibilities including assisting with supervising day-to-day store activities, ensuring overall store performance, managing schedules, and developing operational action plans... 
    Suggested
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    Local area

    Aldi

    Lisle, IL
    12 hours ago
  •  ...Assistant Store Manager Journeys is a teen retail leader with an emphasis on footwear and unique specialty items including apparel, backpacks, hats and accessories. With more than 800 stores in all 50 US states, Puerto Rico and Canada, Journeys offers the most popular... 
    Full time
    Night shift
    Weekend work

    Journeys

    Chicago, IL
    3 days ago
  •  ...Assistant Store Manager At Brookhaven Market, we're more than just a chain of family-owned grocery stores; we're dedicated to crafting memorable customer experiences. Our mission is to bring the world's best foods to the communities we serve, ensuring every shopping... 
    Full time
    Shift work
    Afternoon shift

    Brookhaven Marketplace

    Willowbrook, IL
    4 days ago
  • $17 - $17.25 per hour

     ...Assistant Store Manager Hourly rate ranges from $17.00 - $17.25 per hour and is dependent upon qualifications and experience. Benefits include: Company Paid Sick Time, Illinois Paid Leave, Paid Vacation Time, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Pay, Jury Duty Pay, Contest... 
    Hourly pay
    Local area

    Spencer's

    Lombard, IL
    1 day ago
  •  ...Assistant Managers Assistant Managers drive sales, services and customer engagement in the store and ensure the store is ready for business. You and your team will establish customer relationships that build loyalty, provide total solutions to meet customer's needs... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Immediate start
    Visa sponsorship
    Work visa
    Flexible hours

    Staples

    Willowbrook, IL
    4 days ago
  • $20.15 per hour

     ...Assistant Store Team Leader Is shopping with your 4-legged family member a tail waggin' good time? Do you believe carry out isn't just...  ...responsibilities include: Assisting in the operational management of the stores. Adhering to operational policies and procedures... 
    Full time
    Work experience placement
    Work at office
    Local area
    Flexible hours

    Pet Supplies Plus

    Des Plaines, IL
    1 day ago
  • $21.05 - $26.3 per hour

     ...Assistant Store Manager The Assistant Store Manager is primarily responsible for supporting the store manager in managing the sales, operations, asset protection, and human resources functions of the store to ensure a great customer experience and maximum profitability... 
    Temporary work
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Night shift

    Chico's FAS, Inc.

    Chicago, IL
    3 days ago
  • Overview The Vitamin Shoppe is looking for engaged, energetic Assistant Store Managers. You could help lead a team of high-performing Health Enthusiasts® in guiding customers on the path to lifelong wellness. Looking to fine tune your leadership skills in an environment... 
    Full time
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Weekend work

    The Vitamin Shoppe

    Chicago, IL
    4 days ago
  • $62k

     ...are driven by curiosity and a desire for growth & learning. About the Role: We are seeking an energetic and experienced Assistant Store Manager to join our dynamic team in a unique retail environment that blends high-quality merchandise with a vibrant café experience... 

    Namely

    Chicago, IL
    2 days ago
  •  ...people-first grocery concept focused on fresh quality, clean stores, and strong community connection. This is an opportunity...  ...developing teams while supporting store-wide success. As the Assistant Store Manager, you will work closely with the Store Director to drive... 
    Seasonal work

    Superior Talent Source

    Glendale Heights, IL
    3 days ago
  • $55k - $70k

    Ready to take the lead in a grocery store with a passion for quality and service? As the Full Time Assistant Store Manager at Brookhaven Market in Burr Ridge, IL , you'll have the thrill of shaping a customer-focused team while ensuring high-performance standards. Imagine... 
    Full time
    Shift work

    Brookhavenmarket

    Burr Ridge, IL
    4 days ago
  • $21.63 per hour

     ...place to build skills, friendships, and a career that can take you across cities, countries, and roles. JOB DESCRIPTION - ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER ABOUT JOE & THE JUICE Our vision is to become the first truly global people-centric food & beverage brand by offering a healthy... 
    Casual work
    Local area
    Worldwide
    Shift work

    Socket.dev

    Chicago, IL
    1 day ago
  • Join to apply for the Assistant Store Manager PT role at Lids Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. EEO Statement: Hat World, Inc., Lids Holdings, Inc., dba Lids and subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with... 
    Minimum wage
    Full time
    Contract work
    Local area
    Immediate start

    Lids

    Chicago, IL
    2 days ago
  • $13 - $15 per hour

    # Assistant Store Manager-Charter Crossing Retail Store###### Share this job opportunityWe have a current opening for an Assistant Manager at our Charter Crossing Fannie May location and are actively reviewing applications.Our Fannie May Retail team is hiring! Fannie May... 
    Hourly pay

    Ferrero International S.A.

    Chicago, IL
    20 hours ago
  • An OTC Assistant Store Manager contributes to AHF's mission by presenting a friendly, helpful face to shoppers, donors, people seeking testing or pharmacy patrons, as well as AHF employees. Within their duties of assisting with the management of their store, the staff and... 

    AIDS Healthcare Foundation

    Chicago, IL
    4 days ago
  • $18 - $25 per hour

    Job Summary The Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager in overseeing daily operations, ensuring exceptional customer service, and driving store performance. This role includes coaching team members, maintaining visual and operational standards, and implementing... 
    Traineeship
    Relocation
    Flexible hours
    Shift work
    Night shift

    Miniso

    Mount Prospect, IL
    20 hours ago
  • $19.05 - $19.3 per hour

     ...Pay Programs End of Season Premium Pay Program All Bonus and Pay Programs subject to qualifications Position Summary The Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager in the staffing, setup, merchandising, pack-up and teardown of a Seasonal Store. The Assistant... 
    Hourly pay
    Seasonal work
    Flexible hours

    Spirit Halloween

    Chicago, IL
    4 days ago
  • Overview Join to apply for the Assistant Store Manager role at IT’SUGAR . IT’SUGAR was founded to create an environment that fosters happiness and humor; expanding rapidly with over 100 locations nationwide. IT’SUGAR aspires to a future where everyone can enjoy a playful... 
    Flexible hours
    Afternoon shift

    IT'SUGAR

    Chicago, IL
    2 days ago
  • $80k - $90k

    Description NextGen Hospitality Solutions is on the lookout for an Assistant Grocery Store Manager to join our vibrant team in Glendale Heights. This full-time, on-site position presents a unique opportunity to contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional grocery... 
    Full time
    Flexible hours

    NextGen Hospitality Solutions

    Glendale Heights, IL
    4 days ago
  • $16.6 - $22.5 per hour

     ...are met. Essential Job Functions Lead the store team members in providing excellent...  ...No, and Rock the Lot. Work with the store manager to ensure the retail sales counter is adequately...  ..., late‑afternoons, evenings, weekends). Assist the store manager in setting team member... 
    Hourly pay
    Minimum wage
    Local area
    Night shift
    Weekend work
    Afternoon shift

    3M HEALTHCARE

    Chicago, IL
    1 day ago
  • $55k - $61k

     .... Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis. Assistant Store Manager Job Type: Full Time The candidate must have open availability on weekdays, evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional overnights... 
    Permanent employment
    Full time
    Work at office
    Flexible hours
    Shift work
    Night shift
    Weekend work
    Afternoon shift
    Weekday work

    Curaleaf

    Westmont, IL
    3 days ago
  • $20.2 - $22.2 per hour

     ...in 12 states. Through our check cashing stores, we provide consumers with convenient financial...  ...products and services to help them manage their day-to-day financial needs. Although...  ...serve as Co-Presidents. Position Overview Assistant Store Managers are responsible for... 
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Afternoon shift
    Early shift

    PLS

    Chicago, IL
    4 days ago
  • Responsibilities Supports the selling, service, and operations of the store Acts as a brand ambassador and reflects the company values...  ...service and styling recommendations Participates as the manager‑on‑duty by driving engagement in each zone Sustains daily operating... 
    Flexible hours
    Night shift

    Jobtailor

    Oak Brook, IL
    1 day ago
  •  ..., with a high level of responsibility and identifying and solving problems is something that comes naturally to you. As an Assistant Store Manager, you will support the Store Manager to achieve sales and service targets; maintaining best practices and identifying areas... 
    Full time
    Contract work

    at

    Chicago, IL
    4 days ago
  • $18.5 - $24.61 per hour

     ...off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and...  ...teams. General Purpose Responsible for the management and supervision of all areas assigned by...  ...the absence of the Store Manager, the Assistant Manager is responsible for leading the... 
    Full time
    Work at office
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Weekend work
    Afternoon shift

    Ross Stores

    Rosemont, IL
    20 hours ago
  • $65.5k - $104.8k

    As an Operations Manager or Merchandising Manager you will provide oversight of store operations and/or merchandising, delivering excellent customer service. You will...  ...programs), and LIFE EVENTS (Legal and adoption assistance benefits). #J-18808-Ljbffr FashionUnited
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    Seasonal work
    Flexible hours
    Night shift

    FashionUnited

    Riverside, IL
    4 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Assistant Store Manager. Be the first to apply!