Retail Employee Scheduling Software
Staff your store for peak hours, not empty aisles. NextShifts helps retail managers schedule part-time staff, handle seasonal rushes, and control labor costs.
Free during beta. No credit card required.
35%
Reduction in schedule conflicts
4hrs
Saved per week on scheduling
25%
Fewer no-call no-shows
Retail scheduling is a balancing act.
Part-time staff, unpredictable traffic, and tight margins mean you can't afford to get scheduling wrong. Spreadsheets just don't cut it.
Unpredictable Traffic
Weekends, holidays, and sales events create spikes. Under-staff and you lose sales. Over-staff and you waste payroll.
Part-Time Complexity
Most retail staff work part-time with limited availability. Juggling school schedules, second jobs, and personal commitments is a puzzle.
Multi-Store Coordination
Managing schedules across multiple locations means different staffing needs, different managers, and lots of confusion.
NRF workforce researchDesigned for how retail really works.
From peak hour coverage to seasonal scaling, NextShifts handles the scheduling challenges unique to retail.
Peak Hour Scheduling
Schedule more staff during rush hours and weekends. Match coverage to when customers actually shop.
Availability Management
Part-time staff set their availability. You see who's free before building the schedule.
Multi-Store Support
Manage all your locations from one dashboard. Float staff between stores when needed.
Seasonal Scaling
Easily onboard holiday staff. Create schedules that scale up for Black Friday and scale down in January.
Shift Swapping
Let employees swap shifts with manager approval. Fill gaps without endless phone calls.
Mobile Access
Staff check schedules on their phones. No more "I didn't know I was working today."
Trusted by Retail Teams
Join store managers who've replaced paper schedules and spreadsheets with NextShifts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about retail scheduling software.
What is retail scheduling software?
Retail scheduling software is a tool that helps store managers create staff schedules based on peak shopping hours, employee availability, and labor budgets. It handles the complexities of part-time workers, seasonal staff, and multi-store operations — replacing spreadsheets and paper schedules with a system everyone can access.
How do retail stores schedule employees?
Retail stores schedule employees based on foot traffic patterns, sales data, and employee availability. Managers forecast busy periods like weekends and holidays, then schedule the right number of staff with appropriate skills (cashiers, floor staff, supervisors). Modern software automates this by analyzing historical data and matching employee preferences to open shifts.
What is the best scheduling app for retail?
The best retail scheduling app should handle variable part-time availability, scale for seasonal hiring surges, integrate across multiple store locations, and help control labor costs through overtime prevention. Look for mobile access, shift swapping, and easy-to-use interfaces. NextShifts offers all these features with an interface designed for busy store managers.
How can I reduce scheduling conflicts in my store?
Reduce scheduling conflicts by having employees set their availability upfront, using software that automatically checks for double-bookings and overtime, and enabling shift swaps with manager approval. Real-time notifications ensure everyone knows their schedule changes immediately.
Does NextShifts work for small retail businesses?
Yes, NextShifts works for retail businesses of all sizes — from single boutiques to multi-location chains. During our beta period, all features are free with no limits on employees or store locations.
Stop losing sales to understaffing.
Set up takes less than 15 minutes. Start scheduling smarter and controlling labor costs today.