General Manager in Training

Leslie's; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid training

Benefits package

401K matching

Team member discounts

Rewards for top performers

Career advancement

Job summary

Leslie’s is seeking a General Manager in Training (GMIT) to develop future retail leaders. You’ll be paired with a successful General Manager who mentors you through a structured, hands-on training program, typically completed within 90 days.

Upon completion, you’ll transition into a Store Manager or Senior Assistant Store Manager role. Upon completion, you’ll transition into a Store Manager or Senior Assistant Store Manager role, gaining broad exposure to store operations, sales, payroll, and

Qualifications

• Successful completion of all training modules inclusive of GMIT and Talent Platform training.
• Ability to achieve placement in the succession program.
• Excellent communication skills, and proficiency with computers.
• Comfortable using computers and retail systems
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Learn and support all aspects of store operations, including sales, payroll, and expense management (P&L)
• Deliver exceptional customer service and lead by example
• Perform water analysis and assist with basic mechanical repairs
• Drive sales growth across residential and commercial customers
• Support hiring, training, and development of store team members
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming store environment
• Assist with merchandising, inventory control, and stock management
• Support opening and closing procedures, including bank deposits
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to support store success
• Adapt to changing priorities in a fast‑paced retail environment

Skills

GMIT training

Talent Platform training

Job description

Founded in 1963, Leslie's is the largest and most trusted direct-to-consumer brand in the U.S. pool and spa care industry. We serve the aftermarket needs of residential and professional consumers with an extensive and largely exclusive assortment of essential pool and spa care products. We operate an integrated ecosystem of 900+ retail locations, backyard service and repair, a robust digital platform, and manufacturing and distribution divisions across 35+ states—enabling consumers to engage with Leslie’s whenever, wherever, and however they prefer to shop. With over 60 years of providing best-in-class products and solutions to our customers, there is nothing that we value more than the development and growth of our team. We strive to create a positive and fun atmosphere where our Team Members feel valued and are enthusiastic about the contributions they make to the success of Leslie's.

Job Overview

The General Manager in Training (GMIT) Program is designed to develop future retail leaders. This program is ideal for recent graduates or experienced leaders looking to build a long-term career in retail management.

You’ll be paired with a successful General Manager who will mentor and guide you through a structured, hands‑on training program, typically completed within 90 days. Upon completion, you’ll transition into a Store Manager or Senior Assistant Store Manager role.

Compensation Range

$21.09 - $22.90 /Hourly

Compensation within range to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge and skills, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Responsibilities

• Learn and support all aspects of store operations, including sales, payroll, and expense management (P&L)
• Deliver exceptional customer service and lead by example
• Perform water analysis and assist with basic mechanical repairs
• Drive sales growth across residential and commercial customers
• Support hiring, training, and development of store team members
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming store environment
• Assist with merchandising, inventory control, and stock management
• Support opening and closing procedures, including bank deposits
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to support store success
• Adapt to changing priorities in a fast‑paced retail environment

Qualifications

• Successful completion of all training modules inclusive of GMIT and Talent Platform training.
• Ability to achieve placement in the succession program.
• Excellent communication skills, and proficiency with computers.
• Comfortable using computers and retail systems
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Benefits & Perks

• competitive compensation
• extensive paid training
• comprehensive and flexible suite of benefits package
• 401K with company match
• team member discounts
• rewards for top performers
• most importantly career advancement opportunities

We offer our employees competitive compensation, extensive paid training, comprehensive and flexible suite of benefits package, 401K with company match, team member discounts, rewards for top performers, and most importantly career advancement opportunities.

Leslie’s recognizes a critical component to our continued success is our people.

Leslie’s is proud to have a culture of inclusion that seeks to celebrate and embrace the different backgrounds and perspectives that help drive our success and support team members in developing and growing with us. We aim to create a workplace where all team members feel welcomed and valued and inspire each other every day.