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At Hot Topic we pride ourselves on being the destination of pop culture and music merchandise. We do this by hiring the best people, having the best product, and providing the best customer experience for our one-of-a-kind fans. We give back to our communities in our partnerships with Mental Health America, Notes for Notes, and Little Kids Rock. Hot Topic’s unique culture thrives in an open and collaborative work environment where autonomy and authenticity shape your success. As a company that stays ahead of trends, we want you to come with innovative perspectives, cutting-edge thought leadership, and a readiness to learn, all of which will contribute to the continued success of our business. We’ve built an inclusive community where you’re encouraged to be who you are and love what you do! read more

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CEO: Steve Vranes

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Hot Topic Sales Manager Salary

The average Hot Topic Sales Manager earns an estimated $167,648 annually, which includes an estimated base salary of $101,603 with a $66,045 bonus. Hot Topic's Sales Manager compensation is $50,197 more than the US average for a Sales Manager. Sales Manager salaries at Hot Topic can range from $60,000 - $270,000.

The Sales Department at Hot Topic earns $7,196 more on average than the Finance Department.

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Average Compensation

$101,603: avg. base

$66,045: avg. bonus

Sales Manager Salaries at Hot Topic

Sales Managers earn $7,253 more than Sales Reps, and $28,448 less than Directors of Sales.

Director of Sales

$196k*

Sales Rep

$160k*

Sales Manager

$158k*

Sales Engineer

$151k*

Sales Associate

$66k*

* estimated salary

Compensation at Hot Topic by Department

The Sales Department averages $7,196 more than the Finance Department, and $10,614 less than the IT Department

$112,652 Avg. total comp.

+$11k

Sales

$102,038 Avg. total comp.

Finance

$94,842 Avg. total comp.

-$7k

Sales Manager Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female Sales Manager at companies similar size to Hot Topic reported making $113,005, while the average male Sales Manager at similar sized companies reported making $146,297.

Sales Manager Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average Asian or Pacific Islander Sales Manager at companies similar size to Hot Topic reported making $151,999, while the average Native American Sales Manager at similar sized companies reported making $61,600.

How Sales Managers at Hot Topic Rate Their Compensation

The majority of Sales Managers at Hot Topic believe they're not compensated fairly. 40% of Sales Managers at Hot Topic say they receive annual bonuses, and the majority (42%) are not satisfied with their benefits. See more compensation ratings at Hot Topic

Do you believe you're paid fairly?

31% Yes

Does your company give annual bonuses?

40% Yes

Are you satisfied with your Benefits?

42% Yes

See Hot Topic Sales Manager Salaries by City

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