Aspiring Store Leader — Manager in Training

FashionUnited; Champaign (IL); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Employee Discount

Paid Holidays

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Bonus Plan

Affordable Health Insurance

Retirement Contributions

Job summary

SNIPES in the United States seeks an entry-level Manager in Training to oversee store staff and operations when the Store Manager and Assistant Manager are absent. This role is designed as an entry-level path into store leadership, with hands-on training in sales, customer service, and daily store management.

You will help drive sales, ensure visual standards, and support staff development while learning the operations side of retail.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• 2+ years' experience in retail preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; college degree a plus but not required.
• Able to respond to store alarm problems as needed.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Strong drive to achieve results.
• Takes initiative and has problem solving skills.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time; lifting 15-30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate leadership in driving sales and profitability by achieving or exceeding all established store and individual goals. Provide high levels of customer service.
• Assist Store Manager/Assistant Manager with communicating store goals and directives to maximize team contributions toward the sales plan.
• Assist Store Manager in monitoring performance: sales volume, hourly production, UPTs, charge accounts and loss prevention.
• Lead store staff in absence of Store Manager to maintain smooth operations.
• Ensure floor set execution and promotional compliance.
• Maintain merchandise presentation according to Visual Merchandising standards.
• Identify customer merchandise needs and ensure assortment meets these needs.
• Assist in markdowns and transfers in a timely manner.
• Support store cleanliness on sales floor and in stockroom.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Sales goals

Physical stamina

18+

Stand for long periods

Lifting 15-30 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

SNIPES in the United States seeks an entry-level Manager in Training to oversee store staff and operations when the Store Manager and Assistant Manager are absent. This role is designed as an entry-level path into store leadership, with hands-on training in sales, customer service, and daily store management.

You will help drive sales, ensure visual standards, and support staff development while learning the operations side of retail.