Manager in Training

Leons; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Leon’s, a leading Canadian company, seeks a Manager in Training to guide associates and ensure operational excellence. This role includes comprehensive leadership training aimed at securing a permanent management position, with tasks ranging from team development to daily store operations. Join a supportive environment committed to your career advancement.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Generous employee discount

Annual profit sharing

Benefits plan options for individuals and families

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; lead by example.
• Ability to train, develop, and motivate others.
• Willingness to relocate is advantageous but not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain open communication with all store departments.
• Conduct interviews, hire, onboard, and ensure positive orientation for new associates.
• Manage daily store operations in accordance with company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Customer focus

Goal-oriented

Self-development

Job description

Leon’s is an iconic Canadian company that has supported Canadian families for more than a century. We provide products that transform a residence into a home. We are proud of our history and our dedicated team of associates who have made Leon’s a household name and industry leader.

Through our Manager-in-Training Programs, we have helped many associates achieve rewarding and successful careers. We are currently seeking talented applicants for the position of Manager in Training. The ideal candidate shares our core values: Honesty, Integrity, Hard Work, Family.

Our world-class leadership training programs equip you with the tools needed to succeed as a manager within our organization. The MIT program offers exposure to all areas of our business, with the goal of securing a permanent management position. Join us to continue providing the sales and service excellence that has made Leon’s a leader in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Maintain open communication with all store departments
• Be present and approachable on the sales floor; support and develop our team of associates
• Foster teamwork, support, and collaboration among staff
• Coordinate with the home office to share feedback and access information necessary for effective job performance
• Develop talent for future management roles
• Conduct interviews, hire, onboard, and ensure a positive orientation for new associates
• Resolve customer issues to ensure a seamless service experience
• Manage daily store operations in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Lead effective meetings and support the General Manager and other managers
• Act as Duty Manager, responsible for opening/closing the store and addressing high-level issues
• Assist in planning and executing promotions and events
• Complete various reports as required
• Oversee merchandise flow, including new product arrivals and clearance of discontinued items
• Address product concerns with vendors and buyers
• Perform additional duties as assigned

This opportunity is a stepping stone to a long-term career with potential advancement to store management and regional management positions.

Requirements

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; lead by example
• Ability to train, develop, and motivate others
• Customer and people-focused; genuinely helpful and supportive
• Goal-oriented with a positive attitude
• Committed to self-development; eager to learn and grow
• Willingness to relocate is advantageous but not required

Why Leon’s?

• Ongoing training and development, including access to our internal platform and leadership programs
• Fast-paced, dynamic, and enjoyable work environment with a great team
• Generous employee discount
• Partner discount programs
• Annual profit sharing
• Benefits plan options for individuals and families

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