Assistant Manager in Training #150 - Shreveport, LA

Academy Sports + Outdoors; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company that values hard work and commitment. As a Manager in Training, you will embark on a comprehensive program designed to equip you with the skills needed to manage a multi-million dollar business. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to develop your leadership abilities while driving operational excellence and enhancing customer satisfaction. If you are passionate about coaching teams and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect chance to advance your career in management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated success in leading teams to achieve operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for management of the entire store and oversee department standards.
• Participate in hiring, training, and development of team members.

Skills

Supervisory and management skills

Customer service orientation

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Business acumen

Report writing

Presentation skills

Inventory management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth.

The Manager in Training (MIT) program is a blended-learning, multi-week program focused on immersing a manager in all aspects involved in managing a multi-million dollar business for the company.

The MIT must successfully complete the training program to progress into a Manager role.

Job Description:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.

Work Experiences:

• At least three years of relevant work experience required.
• Demonstrated success in leading departments of up to 40 people to drive operational excellence and meet sales targets.

Skills:

• Exceptional supervisory and management skills; ability to coach team members on store policies, protocols, and expectations; leads by example and drives team performance.
• Excellent customer service orientation.
• Effective problem-solving and communication skills with customers and team members.
• Strong business acumen, understanding business implications of decisions, market knowledge, and profitability focus.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business and technical documents.
• Clear, positive, and persuasive communication; active listening skills.
• Proficient in writing reports, business correspondence, and manuals.
• Effective presentation skills and responsiveness to questions from groups.
• Sound judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Working knowledge of inventory, order processing, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Basic mathematical skills and ability to follow instructions in various formats.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full-time position averaging 45-50 hours/week.
• Preparation for management of the entire store.
• Participate in personnel decisions including hiring, training, discipline, and development.
• Learn to oversee and execute department standards including staffing, customer service, merchandising, and safety.
• Provide direction to sales team and ensure excellent customer interactions.
• Develop and implement strategies to meet operational goals.
• Understand workforce productivity and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with sales, safety, and security regulations.
• Supervise departmental standards adherence.
• Assist in store audits, floor walks, and implementation of feedback.
• Learn firearm sales procedures, including ATF compliance, and sign off as final approver.
• Complete Firearms Sales Certification training.
• Understand and enforce company policies and safety rules.
• Adhere to work hours and management policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements & Attendance:

• Regular talking, hearing, standing, walking; occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling.
• Lift up to 25 pounds occasionally; up to 10 pounds frequently.
• Specific vision abilities required.

Full-time position.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected category.