Assistant Manager Trainee - Full-time

Big 5 Corp; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic and energetic individuals for Manager Trainee positions. This entry-level role offers a fast-paced work environment with opportunities for growth and development into management. Ideal candidates will have a strong customer service background and a passion for sports. With a well-defined training program, you will gain the knowledge and experience necessary to excel in a management role within 6-18 months. Join a team that values talent and provides the tools for your success.

Benefits

Company Sponsored Education Assistance

Dental Insurance

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Merchandise Discount

Employee Referral Program

Life Insurance

Paid Personal Time Off

Vacation

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Basic organizational and math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and operate the store in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Provide customer sales and service, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Manage inventory control and loss prevention policies.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Relevant Experience

Job description

Description

With over 400 stores located throughout the western United States, Big 5 Sporting Goods is the neighborhood store that gets you ready to play. For over 60 years, everything we do comes down to having the most talented individuals on our team. Manager Trainees gain knowledge and experience required for promotion to management positions under the guidance of experienced personnel. Responsibilities are performed personally or through subordinates. When you join Big 5, you will enjoy a fast-paced work environment with opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: customer sales and service, directing customers, answering telephones, providing product descriptions, proposing add-on sales, checking and retrieving merchandise, cleaning, restocking, and organizing merchandise on the sales floor. This entry-level position is designed to be transitory, lasting generally 6-18 months before promotion. A well-defined training program will support your development into a management role. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, energetic, sports-minded individuals with strong customer service backgrounds or relevant educational paths. Enthusiasm for our products is essential. This is an hourly, non-exempt position.

Responsibilities:

1. Operate the store successfully in the absence of the Store Manager
2. Drive sales
3. Open and close the store
4. Oversee footwear, advertising programs, and other departments
5. Perform customer sales and service
6. Merchandise and ensure compliance with all company policies
7. Answer customer inquiries via telephone
8. Set promotional signage and perform other duties as assigned
9. Enforce company policies
10. Coach, counsel, and discipline employees as needed
11. Learn and provide product descriptions
12. Propose add-on sales
13. Check and retrieve merchandise from storage
14. Organize, restock, and clean merchandise on the sales floor
15. Manage inventory control and loss prevention policies

Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent, or relevant experience
• Basic organizational and math skills
• Subject to E-Verify upon accepting the position
• Light to moderate lifting with or without accommodation
• Effective communication and interaction skills

Benefits:

• Company Sponsored Education Assistance
• Dental, Medical, Vision Insurance
• Employee Merchandise Discount
• Employee Referral Program
• Kinecta Credit Union Membership
• Life Insurance
• Paid Personal Time Off
• Sick Pay
• Vacation
• Pet Insurance
• Savings and Profit-Sharing Plan - 401k/Roth IRA
• Discounts to Attractions and Events

California Pay Scale: $16.65 - $19.50/hour depending on location.

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