• Movie Buyer (Rental)
• Trends Buyer
• Accounts Payable Associate
• Music Buyer
• Trends Category Manager
• Store Set Leader
• Programmer
• Quality Assurance Analyst
• Video Game Category Manager
• Human Resources Compensation Specialist

• Distribution Center Associate
• Distribution Center Operations Manager
• Returns Center Associate

• Store Manager
• Assistant Manager
• Book Manager
• Front Counter Team Leader
• Lifestyles Team Leader
• Video Team Leader
• Back Room Team Leader
• Hardback Coffee Café Team Leader
• Hardback Coffee Café Barista
• Customer Service Associate

Due to our strategic initiatives for the future, Hastings Entertainment is looking to add an aggressive, talented and experienced individual to join the Movie Team as a buyer and help grow and manage the rental movie category. In this position, you will gain experience in the purchasing department, where you will begin to learn the buying process, with a primary focus on managing Hastings rental and previously viewed programs. As a member of the merchandising staff you will be responsible for evaluating and purchasing rental titles to add to or maintain our selection. Additionally you will manage our PV inventory by creating and implementing programs and promotions that drive sales while maximizing our profits. You will need to stay on top of industry trends and translate those trends (where appropriate) into competitive product offerings for our store in the marketplace.

• Review rental title performance and make title change recommendations to the buying team
• Management of the PV inventory
• Management of the Missing Titles Program
• Management and audit of store operational reports for rental
• Coordinate with the Merchandising Team to implement any and all rental test programs

• Exceptional organizational skills
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Self-motivated and deadline oriented
• Able to understand, communicate, and manage various programs

• Relocation to Amarillo, TX
• Two years of college preferred
• Previous retail management experience preferred (preferably in the rental industry)
• Proven analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Must possess superior negotiating skills and relationship management skills
• Basic computer skills, specifically with Office programs (Word and Excel)
• A self starter with a verifiable sense of urgency
• Must be willing and able to travel

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• Equal Opportunity Employer

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As a member of the purchasing staff the Trends Buyer will be responsible for evaluating and purchasing new products to add to our selection, driving sales through creative ideas and promotions, managing inventory and sell-through while maximizing profits, negotiating the best terms from vendors, and staying on top of industry trends and translating those trends (where appropriate) into product offerings for stores.

• Exceptional organizational skills
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Self-motivated and deadline oriented
• Able to understand, communicate, and manage various programs

• Relocation to Amarillo, TX
• Two years of college preferred
• Previous buying experience (preferably in the toys/games/novelty industry)
• Previous retail experience preferred
• Proven analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Basic computer skills, specifically with Office programs (Word and Excel)
• A self starter with a verifiable sense of urgency
• Must be willing and able to travel

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• Equal Opportunity Employer

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We are seeking a self-motivated individual with the desire to successfully contribute to a team effort for the Accounts Payable Team! As the Accounts Payable Associate, you would be responsible for vendor payables, researching, reconciling, reporting, problem analysis and communicating with vendors and inter-company personnel.

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Exceptional organizational and follow-through skills
• Self-starter, Multi-task oriented, and strong communication skillsDIV>
• Effective interpersonal skills and positive approach to challenges
• General computer knowledge. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, a must
• Relocation to Amarillo, TX
• High School Diploma/GED
• Some college preferred.

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As a member of the purchasing staff the Music Buyer will be responsible for evaluating and purchasing new products to add to our selection, driving sales through creative ideas and promotions, managing inventory and sell-through while maximizing profits, negotiating the best terms from vendors, and staying on top of industry trends and translating those trends (where appropriate) into product offerings for stores.

• Relocation to Amarillo, TX
• Two years of college preferred
• Previous buying experience, preferably in the music industry preferred
• Previous retail experience preferred
• Proven analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Basic computer skills, specifically with Office programs (Word and Excel)
• A self-starter with a verifiable sense of urgency
• Must be willing to travel

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• Equal Opportunity Employer

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As a member of the Trensds Team, the Category Manager is responsible for managing team processes, training and mentoring the trends buyers, sales and profitability growth, preparation of budgets and financial planning, oversee and direct all strategies associated with purchasing, marketing, and merchandising and communicating industry trends to management.

• Relocation to Amarillo, Texas.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent related work experience
• 3-5 years purchasing/direct buying experience (preferably in the toys/games/novelty industry)
• Previous retail experience preferred.
• Proven analytical and problem solving skills
• Must possess superior negotiating skills and relationship management skills
• Proficient with Office programs (Word and Excel)
• A self starter with a verifiable sense of urgency
• Must be willing and able to travel.

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• Equal Opportunity Employer

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In preparation for opening several new stores next year, we are seeking a strong candidate with the desire to successfully contribute to a team effort to become a valuable member of the Store Planning Department. This position reports directly to John Merklein, the new Director of Store Growth, and offers a great chance to grow and learn with our exciting and expanding company.

• Relocation to Amarillo, TX.
• High School Diploma/GED (some college preferred).
• Minimum 1-year experience with Hastings at a Department Manager level or above.
• Strong knowledge of Hastings Replenishment Systems and merchandising procedures.
• Enjoys extensive travel (70% of position involves traveling).
• Must be self-starter who takes initiative.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Effective time management skills.

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• Equal Opportunity Employer

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Hastings Entertainment, Inc. is seeking a motivated individual who possess exceptional technical and analytical skills to become a part of our Information Technologies Team as a Programmer. The responsibilities of a Programmer include developing software within a client-server architecture by utilizing Informix 4GL and Genero in a Unix environment, maintaining current programs, system processes and individual modules, providing end-user support, training and system documentation, and assisting in defining equipment requirements of applications systems.

• Relocation to Amarillo, TX.
• High School Diploma/GED with Minimum of 2 years college or technical school background.
• Bachelor Degree in Information Systems or related degree is preferred.
• General Programming Experience including, but not limited to; Java, .NET, 4gl, Genero, C/C++, Visual Basic, or Perl.
• Effective interpersonal skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and a positive approach to challenge.

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• Equal Opportunity Employer

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We are looking for a result-oriented, analytical individual who has excellent time management skills, to become a valuable member of our Hastings Information Technologies Department! Responsibilities include testing application changes and enhancements before implementation to "live" production environment, creating and documenting testing scripts for applications, designing test plans, interacting directly with the application team in explaining and troubleshooting issues for resolution when necessary, and helping with end-user training documentation.

• Relocation to Amarillo, TX.
• High School Diploma (some technical college and/or computer related courses preferred)
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to move easily between varied tasks
• Proficient working with Unix and in a Microsoft Windows environment
• Experience performing functional, integration, regression, and system testing
• Knowledge of and experience with different testing techniques
• Experience in software quality assurance
• Ability to learn and train others on new skills, applications, systems, and technologies
• Ability to look at applications and processes from the prospective of the end user
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with technical and non-technical personnel
• Ability to work productively in a team driven and goal oriented environment
• Knowledgeable in creating and executing SQL queries

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• Equal Opportunity Employer

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As a member of the Interactive Gaming Team, the Category Manager is responsible for managing team processes, training and mentoring the interacitve Gaming buyers, sales and profitability growth, preparation of budgets and financial planning, oversee and direct all strategies associated with purchasing, marketing, and merchandising and communicating industry trends to management.

• Exceptional organizational skills (able to prioritize multiple projects/programs)
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Self-motivated and deadline oriented
• Must have the ability to develop and manage cross-functional projects

• Relocation to Amarillo, TX
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent related work experience
• 3-5 years purchasing/direct buying experience (preferably in the Video Game industry)
• Previous retail experience preferred
• Proven analytical and problem solving skills
• Must possess superior negotiating skills and relationship management skills
• Proficient with Office programs (Word and Excel)
• A self starter with a verfiable sense of urgency
• Must be willing and able to travel

recruiter@hastings-ent.com

• Equal Opportunity Employer

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As a member of the Human Resources Team, the HR Compensation Specialist is responsible for the administration of compensation policies, programs and procedures including the analysis of market salary data and reporting. They will also be responsible for incentive/bonus programs as well as company compliance with wage and hour requirements and adherence to all FLSA (Fair Labor Standars Act) legislation. Additionally, this highly organized and detailed individual will lead in the creation and execution of compensation projects.

• Administer all bonus programs, maintaining plan integrity and compliance
• Conduct company wide internal wage reviews and analyzing external market salary surveys and benchmarking data; presenting recommendations.
• Establish procedures to ensure compensation plans are adhered to and investigate and exceptions/anomalies.
• Ensure compliance with all DOL & FLSA guidelines, wage increases and legislation.
• Provide periodic trend analysis
• Compile financial analysis in support of business development initiatives
• Develop reporting information for senior management

• Relocation to Amarillo, TX
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or other related field with an emphasis on Accounting, Finance or Mathematics.
• 1 to 3 years experience in compensation or financial analysis
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
• Strong organization skills
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills

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• Equal Opportunity Employer

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The Hastings Distribution Center offers an air-conditioned facility, four-day work weeks, full and part-time shifts, up to 3 pay increases during your first year of employment, and an extremely generous associate discount program!

• Relocation to Amarillo, TX
• High School diploma/GED
• Experience in a distribution, warehouse, or other inventory handling environment a plus
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs

The Distribution Center Operations Manager will be responsible for maximizing distribution efficiency and value by ensuring accurate, efficient, on-schedule, and cost effective fulfuillment of orders; developing and implementing production process enhancements; interviewing, selecting, training and developing quality associates; and effectively managing 75-100 associates. This position will require working overnight Sunday-Wednesday each week.

• High School Diploma/GED (Some college preferred)
• Minimum two years experience managing 50+ associates
• Experience in a computerized distribution/warehouse environment a plus
• Experience in retail considered a plus
• Lift truck experience preferred but not required (we will train)
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Strong personnel management skills
• Strong analytical skills

The Hastings Distribution Center offers an air-conditioned facility, full time shifts, up to 3 pay increases during your first year of employment, and an extremely generous associate discount program!

• Relocation to Amarillo, TX
• High School diploma/GED
• Experience in a distribution, warehouse, or other inventory handling environment a plus
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs

As a member of the Store Operations Team, Hastings Store Managers are responsible for managing the store by supervising and executing corporate plans and actions as well as creating a positive team atmosphere, and increasing sales by recognizing and understanding the needs and habits of customers.

• Control sales, staffing and turnover levels within the store
• Provide training, coaching, and professional development of personnel
• Oversee store personnel and ensure that all corporate policies and procedures are followed
• Ensure associates keep stores clean, well organized, and properly merchandised

• Bachelor's Degree in Management or a related field or two years retail managment experience
• Experience in a specialty chain, discount, department, or other mass merchandising store
• Proven track record of sales, growth, and results
• Strong leadership, training, organizational, and time management skills
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills with strong problem-solving abilities
• Relocation preferred

• Equal Opportunity Employer

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Hastings Assistant Managers are responsible for assisting with the management of the store by supervising and executing corporate plans and actions, creating a positive team atmosphere, and understanding the needs and habits of customers. We are seeking an individual that is action oriented, approachable, and has a customer focus. The Assitant Manager is considered to be an on the job training postion for the Store Manager postion.

• Maintain Sales to Plan for store
• Support the Store Manager with day-to-day store operations to achieve targeted productivity, sales, and profitability goals
• Assist the Store Manager in providing overall direction for the staff in terms of training and performace tracking
• Maintain awareness of competitors and their promotions and offerings
• Oversee store personnel and ensure all corporate policies and procedures are followed
• Ensure associates keep stores clean, well organized, and properly merchanidsed
• This is a Store Manager-in-training position

• A High School Diploma (some college course preferred)
• Two years retail assistant management experience
• Experience in a specialty chain, discount, department or other mass merchandising store
• Strong leadership, training, organizational, and time management skills
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills with strong problem-solving abilities
• Relocation preferred

• Equal Opportunity Employer

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We are seeking candidates that are dependable, approachable, organized, and action oriented. Hastings Book Managers are responsible for managing the book department by supervising and executing corporate plans and actions as well as creating a positive team atmosphere, and increasing sales by recognizing and understanding the needs and habits of customers.

• Welcome and connect with every customer and help influence purchasing decisions
• Maintain awareness of industry trends
• Comply with standards for merchandising and stocking department product
• Maintain the highest standards of conduct and confidentiality
• Look for new training opportunites and take advantage of new training tools

• High School Diploma or GED (college preferred)
• Previous management and hiring experience
• 2 years retail experience (book experience preferred)
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Extensive knowledge and love of books

• Equal Opportunity Employer

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Hastings Front Counter Team Leaders are responsible for managing the front counter area by supervising and executing corporate plans and actions as well as creating a positive team atmosphere, and increasing sales by recognizing and understanding the needs and habits of customers.

• Welcome and connect with every customer and help influence purchasing decisions
• Maintain awareness of industry trends
• Comply with standards for merchandising and stocking department product
• Maintain the highest standards of conduct and confidentiality
• Follow proper cash handling policies and procedures and conduct a successful cash audit upon the completion of each shift
• Look for new training opportunites and take advantage of new training tools

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous management and hiring experience
• 1 year customer service experience
• Cash handling experience
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Must be at least 21 years of age

• Equal Opportunity Employer

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Hastings Lifestyle Team Leaders are responsible for managing the lifestyles area by supervising and executing corporate plans and actions as well as creating a positive team atmosphere, and increasing sales by recognizing and understand the needs and habits of customers.

• Welcome and connect with every customer and help influence purchasing decisions
• Continually grow knowledge of products and customers
• Maintain awareness of industry trends
• Comply with standards for merchandising and stocking department product
• Maintain the highest standards of conduct and confidentiality
• Look for new training opportunites and take advantage of new training tools

• High School Diploma or GED (college preferred)
• Previous management and hiring experience
• 2 years retail experience
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Extensive knowledge and love of music, games or trends

• Equal Opportunity Employer

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Hastings Video Team Leaders are responsible for managing the video area by supervising and executing corporate plans and actions as well as creating a postivie team atmosphere, and increasing sales by recognizing and understanding the needs and habits of customers.

• Welcome and connect with every customer and help influence purchasing decisions
• Continually grow knowledge of products and customers
• Maintain awareness of industry trends
• Comply with standards for merchandising and stocking department product
• Maintain the highest standards of conduct and confidentiality
• Look for new training opportunites and take advantage of new training tools

• High School Diploma or GED (college preferred)
• Previous management and hiring experience
• 2 years retail experience
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Extensive knowledge and love of videos

• Equal Opportunity Employer

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We are seeking a customer focused, approachable, organized individual that can make timely decisions and prioritized tasks. As a member of the Store Operations team, Hastings Backroom Team Leaders are responsible for managing the department by supervising and executing corporate plans and actions as well as creating a positive team atmosphere, and providing a safe and secure working environment.

• Effectively manage inventory by establishing and following proper cycle count procedures.
• Comply with standards for receiving, merchandising, stocking, returning and storing product.
• Maintain a safe and secure work environment, complying with all federal, state and local laws.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends

• High School Diploma or GED (college preferred)
• Previous management and hiring experience
• 2 years retail experience(inventory experience preferred)
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment

• Equal Opportunity Employer

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As a member of the Hardback Coffee Café team, Team Leaders are responsible for managing the department by supervising and executing corporate plans and actions as well as creating a positive team atmosphere, and increasing sales by recognizing and understanding the needs and habits of customers.

• Maintain sales to plan for the Hardback Coffee Café
• Effectively manage inventory by establishing and adjusting ordering parameters, forecasting usage, and controlling waste
• Prepare beverages to Hastings' standards for speed, quality, and consistency
• Stays aware of industry trends by competitive shopping and reading trad journals
• Comply with standards for merchandising, stocking, and storing product
• Correctly follow all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines
• Welcome and connect with every customer and help influence purchasing decisions
• Follow proper cash handling policies and procedures and conduct a successful cash audit upon the completion of each shift
• Looks for new training opportunities and takes advantage of new training tools.

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year coffee/food wervice management experience
• Cash handling experience
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment

• Equal Opportunity Employer

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Hastings Baristas are responsible for providing excellent customer service by greeting customers, offering assistance, offering advice on purchase decisions, and providing a clean and safe store environment for associates and customers.

• Prepare beverages to Hastings standards for speed, quality, and consistency
• Comply with standards for merchandising, stocking, and storing product
• Correctly follow all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines
• Welcome and connect with every customer and help influence purchasing decisions
• Continually grow knowledge of coffee and customers
• Maintain the highest standards of conduct and confidentiality
• Follow proper cash handling policies and procedures and conduct a successful cash audit upon the completion of each shift
• Looks for new training opportunities and takes advantage of new training tools.

• High School Diploma/GED (or 17 years of age and a senior in high school)
• Cash handling experience
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment

• Equal Opportunity Employer

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Hastings Customer Service Associates are responsible for providing excellent customer service by greeting customers, offering assistance, offering advice on purchase decisions, and providing a clean and safe store environment for associates and customers.

• Welcome and connect with every customer and help influence purchasing decisions
• Continually grow knowledge of products and customers
• Comply with standards for merchandising and stocking front of store and department product
• Maintain the highest standards of conduct and confidentiality
• Follow proper cash handling policies and procedures and conduct a successful cash audit upon the completion of each shift
• Looks for new training opportunities and takes advantage of new training tools.

• High School Diploma/GED (or 17 years of age and a senior in high school)
• 1 year customer service experience preferred
• Cash handling experience
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Computer experience preferred but not required

• Equal Opportunity Employer

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