Fast-Track District Manager in Training

Ocean State Job Lot; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rapid promotion opportunities

Fun environment

Benefits and employee discount

Commission and bonus potential

Job summary

Journeys in Wayne, NJ seeks a seasoned retail professional to oversee district store operations as a District Sales Manager in Training. You will drive sales, coach store teams, and implement company initiatives across multiple locations.

You'll collaborate with the DSM to recruit, develop, and retain top talent, travel within the district, and ensure high standards of customer service and profit targets. This role emphasizes promotion from within and a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years retail sales experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Willingness to travel extensively within district.
• Proven ability to increase sales and profitability.
• 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.
• Ensure that all company initiatives are properly implemented and to the standard of the company direction.
• 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

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Travel availability

Leadership potential

Recruitment

Job description

Journeys in Wayne, NJ seeks a seasoned retail professional to oversee district store operations as a District Sales Manager in Training. You will drive sales, coach store teams, and implement company initiatives across multiple locations.

You'll collaborate with the DSM to recruit, develop, and retain top talent, travel within the district, and ensure high standards of customer service and profit targets. This role emphasizes promotion from within and a fast-paced environment.