Assistant Manager Trainee - Full-time

Big 5 Corp; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Manager Trainees to join their team in a dynamic retail environment. This entry-level position offers a comprehensive training program aimed at promoting individuals into management roles within 6-18 months. Candidates should be enthusiastic, sports-minded, and possess a strong customer service background. With a focus on sales, customer interactions, and merchandise management, this role promises a fast-paced atmosphere with ample opportunities for growth. Join a company that values talent and dedication, and take the first step towards a rewarding career.

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

• Strong customer service background is essential.
• Basic organizational and math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and operate the store in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Respond to customer inquiries and manage merchandise.
• Coach and discipline employees as needed.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Basic Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job 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 emphasizes having talented individuals on our team. Manager Trainees gain knowledge and experience necessary for promotion to management positions under the guidance of experienced personnel. Duties 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, managing merchandise from storage, cleaning, restocking, and organizing merchandise on the sales floor. This entry-level position is designed to be transitory, typically lasting 6-18 months before promotion. A comprehensive training program will be provided to develop your path into management. We seek enthusiastic, energetic, sports-minded individuals with strong customer service backgrounds and 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. Respond to customer inquiries via telephone
8. Set promotional signage and perform other duties as assigned
9. Enforce all company policies
10. Coach, counsel, and discipline employees as needed
11. Learn and provide product descriptions
12. Propose add-on sales
13. Manage merchandise from storage areas
14. Organize, restock, and clean merchandise on the sales floor
15. Control inventory and enforce loss prevention policies

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Possess a High School diploma, GED, High School Equivalency, or relevant experience
• Have basic organizational and math skills
• Subject to E-Verify upon accepting an offer
• Light to moderate lifting may be required, with or without accommodation
• Effective communication and interpersonal 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 top attractions and events

California pay scale: $16.65-$19.50/hour depending on location.

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