Store Lead
sea hiveNational City, CA
Store Lead
L4
sea hiveNational City, CAtoday
Occupations
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales WorkersFirst-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales WorkersFirst-Line Supervisors of Personal Service WorkersIndustries
Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir RetailersAll Other General Merchandise RetailersClothing and Clothing Accessories RetailersJob Description:
Store Lead — Vintage & Makers MarketA new vintage and makers market is coming to Plaza Bonita, and we’re hiring!
We’re looking for an experienced, enthusiastic Store Leadto help launch and operate our new location. The Store Lead will work closely with the Regional Store Manager to oversee daily operations, support and develop a small team, and build positive relationships with our vendors and customers.
Responsibilities:
The Store Lead will assist the Regional Store Manager with:
Hiring, training, scheduling, and managing staff
Curating, onboarding, and managing vendors
Maintaining a high level of awareness around loss prevention
Organizing vendor sales and communications
Creating and maintaining a positive, team-oriented work environment
Building and maintaining positive relationships with vendors
Overseeing daily store operations, including opening, closing, and preparing deposits
Creating social media posts and other store communications
Promoting excellent customer service
Ensuring staff are knowledgeable about our vendors, shops, and merchandise
Helping set and achieve store and sales goals The Leader We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who leads by example and understands that a great store starts with a great team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Integrity— Doing the right thing consistently, even when no one is watching, and building trust through your actions.
Clear Communication— Communicating goals and expectations clearly, giving constructive feedback, and practicing active listening.
Empathy & Emotional Intelligence— Understanding different perspectives and creating a supportive, respectful workplace.
Accountability— Taking responsibility for both successes and mistakes and focusing on solutions rather than blame.
Resilience— Staying calm under pressure, adapting to challenges, and helping the team move forward when things don’t go as planned.
Empowerment & Delegation— Trusting team members with meaningful responsibilities while giving them the support and tools they need to succeed.
Qualifications:
Management or leadership experiencerequired; 2+ years preferred
Ability to confidently lead a small team and oversee daily store operations
Strong communication and organizational skills
Reliable, responsible, and comfortable taking initiative
Goal-oriented with the ability to motivate and encourage a team
A genuine interest invintage, handmade goods, and supporting local small businessesis a huge bonus!
Retail experience
Cash handling
Experience working in a mall environment is helpful, but not required
If you’re excited about vintage and makers, enjoy working with people, and have the leadership skills to run a small store while creating a positive and team-minded culture, we want to hear from you! Schedule
Part time 35-37 hours per week. The Store Lead will typically work 5 days per week with full 7.5-hour shifts, including weekends and some holidays as needed. We are also hiring for Supervisor, Key Holder, and Sales Associatepositions.
How to Apply:
Please respond directly to this job listing with yourresume and cover letter.
Estimated store opening: November 1, 2026\We’re excited to build something special at Plaza Bonita and are looking for great people to help us make it happen!
Apply now
Level
MidL4
Location
National City, CA
Occupation
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
Industry
Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir Retailers
Posted
today
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