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Assistant Store Manager

Spencer Gifts - Spirit Halloween · North Fort Myers, Lee County

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Expect scenarios on seasonal staffing, rush-period customer service, inventory accuracy, and coaching under time pressure. Prepare examples of leading shifts, resolving shopper issues, and hitting sales or presentation standards in retail.

Fit summary

Strong fit if you want hands-on retail leadership in a high-energy seasonal brand, can work on-site in North Fort Myers, and thrive when volume and merchandise change fast during Halloween season.

Day in the role

As Assistant Store Manager for Spirit Halloween, you support store leadership through the seasonal pop-up cycle: opening/closing, coaching associates, merchandising costumes and décor, driving sales floor standards, handling customer issues, and keeping inventory and cash processes tight in a high-traffic retail window.

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FAQ from this listing

Is this role remote?

No. The listing is for an on-site Assistant Store Manager in North Fort Myers, Lee County.

What does Spirit Halloween do?

It is a seasonal Halloween specialty retailer owned by Spencer Gifts, with a large U.S. store footprint each season.

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Company facts (cached)

Website: spencergiftsspirithalloween.com

Spirit Halloween Superstores, LLC is an American seasonal retailer that supplies Halloween products, the United States' largest retailer of such products. It is currently owned by Spencer Gifts. It was founded in 1983 and began in the Castro Valley "Village Shopping Center" in the San Francisco East Bay Area, California, and has headquarters in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey. In 1999, the store had 60 seasonal locations. By 2020, the number of stores had grown to over 1,400 locations.

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Join Spencer Gifts - Spirit Halloween as an Assistant Store Manager in North Fort Myers, Lee County, and play a key role in launching and executing our seasonal retail operation. This full-time position offers the chance to develop leadership skills in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment while supporting the day-to-day success of our specialty store. About the Role As Assistant Store Manager at Spencer Gifts - Spirit Halloween, you'll work closely with the Store Manager to oversee all aspects of a seasonal retail location. You'll be instrumental in building the store from the ground up—from initial setup and merchandising to daily operations and final teardown. This is hands-on leadership: you'll manage team scheduling, ensure consistent store presentation, maintain inventory standards, and help create the engaging shopping experience Spirit Halloween customers expect. What You'll Do Support hiring, training, and scheduling of store staff throughout the season Direct store setup, layout, and merchandising to maximize sales and customer appeal Oversee inventory management and product placement Lead end-of-season pack-up and teardown operations Maintain cleanliness, safety standards, and store organization Collaborate with the Store Manager on sales goals and operational efficiency Assist customers and resolve issues with professionalism What We're Looking For Retail management experience or a proven track record in a supervisory role Strong leadership and communication skills Ability to motivate and manage a team Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities Flexibility and willingness to work in a seasonal, fast-paced environment Attention to detail and commitment to customer service Physical ability to handle setup, teardown, and stocking duties Compensation & Benefits This position offers an hourly rate of $17.25–$17.50, based on qualifications and experience. You'll also have access to our Set-Up and Tear Down Premium Pay Programs and End of Season Premium Pay Program. Additional bonus and pay opportunities are available for those who meet program qualifications. How to Apply Ready to manage a seasonal retail store in North Fort Myers? Submit your application through this job listing today. Spencer Gifts - Spirit Halloween looks forward to building our team for the upcoming season.

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