S Thompson Location: Bear, DE 19701 ... and my forthcoming degree in biotechnology to complement the title. EXPERIENCE 3/2001 TO 4/2009 Hot Topic, Inc. Newark, DE ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER · Demonstrated a leadership role as a mentor to sales associates. · Communicated with buyers and allocation analysts to keep the store up-to-date and fully stocked. · Excellent time management skills. · Created an effective store work schedule to maximize sales and ensure complete floor coverage. · Conducted interviews and recruited sales associates and managerial staff. · Trained and developed new sales associates and upcoming assistant managers. · Built teams within the store by coaching employees through difficult tasks ...