Aspiring District Leader — Training Program

Ocean State Job Lot; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Employee discount

Commission potential

Job summary

Journeys in Wichita, KS is seeking a District Manager in Training to oversee multiple retail stores, drive sales and profitability, and lead store teams. You will support store managers, recruit and train staff, and ensure LP practices align with company standards.

The role requires 1–2 years of retail experience, strong interpersonal skills, and willingness to travel within the district. Travel and weekend shifts are expected as part of the position.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years retail sales experience
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Willingness to travel extensively within district
• Proven ability to recruit, train, and develop high-caliber teams
• Completion of all training programs leading up to District Manager in Training position or equivalent training/Multi-Store Supervisor experience
• Ability to work night and weekend shifts
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Responsibilities

• Achieve district sales goals and profitability targets while maintaining home store performance
• Support the DSM in evaluating people, performance, developing action plans to improve sales, and measuring results
• Assist in staffing stores within the district
• Assist in managing Loss Prevention practices within the district
• Direct store operations and provide feedback, coaching, and accountability to all employees by enforcing all company policies and practices
• Recruit, interview, and hire store management candidates as per Regional/DSM instructions
• Train, develop, and promote store employees within the district
• Regularly conduct store visits as per Regional/DSM instructions
• Maintain regular communication with District Sales Manager, Regional, and corporate office staff

Skills

Retail sales experience

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Willingness to travel

Leadership

Recruitment & training

Independent worker

Night & weekend shifts

Job description

Journeys in Wichita, KS is seeking a District Manager in Training to oversee multiple retail stores, drive sales and profitability, and lead store teams. You will support store managers, recruit and train staff, and ensure LP practices align with company standards.

The role requires 1–2 years of retail experience, strong interpersonal skills, and willingness to travel within the district. Travel and weekend shifts are expected as part of the position.