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About this Seasonal Retail Store Manager (World Trade Center Mall) role at Squishable

Squishable · Onsite · New York, New York

Squishable is a close-knit team of designers, artists, pop-culture fanatics, and lovers of all things adorable. Together we create the cutest, cuddliest (and sometimes downright unusual) plush and lifestyle products in the world. With the millions-strong Squishable fan community cheering us on (and a lot of cupcakes, coffee, and karaoke) we make people say “awww.” Our offices are in a sunny loft in NYC's Flatiron District and in downtown Washington, DC.

WHO ARE WE?

We are Squishable! At Squishable, products and people are at the core of why we do what we do every day. We strive to create a customer experience built on sharing our love and passion for the brand while turning friends into fans.

The holiday season is one of our busiest — and most fun — times of the year! We’re looking for an energetic, experienced Seasonal Store Manager to lead our team through the holiday rush and create an exceptional experience for every fan who walks through our doors.

The ideal candidate is a confident, hands-on retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. They’re organized, adaptable, customer-focused, and ready to jump in wherever needed to keep the store and team running smoothly during our busiest season.

What Does a Seasonal Squishable Store Manager Do? 

The Seasonal Store Manager oversees the day-to-day operation of the store throughout the holiday season and is accountable for its team, sales performance, customer experience, and store standards. Responsibilities include:

  • Leading, motivating, and supporting the store team throughout the busy holiday season
  • Hiring, onboarding, and quickly preparing seasonal team members to deliver a great Squishable experience
  • Driving sales and executing holiday promotions and priorities in partnership with the Regional Manager
  • Managing daily store operations, including opening and closing, cash handling, and POS transactions
  • Maintaining accurate inventory, timely replenishment, and strong merchandise presentation during high-volume periods
  • Creating a fun, welcoming, and efficient experience for customers, even during the busiest shopping days
  • Maintaining company policies, operational standards, and a safe and organized store environment
  • Jumping in wherever needed to support the team and keep the store running smoothly

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of retail management experience, preferably in a high-volume or fast-paced environment
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to quickly engage, motivate, and organize a seasonal team
  • Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Highly organized and comfortable balancing multiple priorities during busy periods
  • Hands-on team player who is willing to jump in wherever needed
  • Must have flexible availability throughout the holiday season, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Comfortable with POS systems and basic retail technology
  • Able to lift and move cartons weighing up to 25 lbs.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older

Compensation

Pay range for this position is $25.00 – $28.00 per hour

Benefits & Perks

  • Generous employee discount (hello, giant plush!)
  • Opportunities to stick around after the season — some of our seasonal team members go on to join Squishable in ongoing roles!

Seasonal Duration: November 2026 through early January 2027

Availability Requirements: Seasonal team members must have flexible availability, including weekends, evenings, and holidays, as these are some of our busiest times of the year.

 

Squishable.com, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Squishable.com, Inc. also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities, for sincerely held religious beliefs and practices, and as otherwise required by applicable law. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process may contact Squishable for assistance.

Squishable.com, Inc. prohibits retaliation against any applicant or employee for exercising rights protected under applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

Squishable.com, Inc. will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law, including applicable Fair Chance laws.

 

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How this Retail Manager salary compares

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