General Manager in Training

LESLIES ISLE OF WIGHT LIMITED; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid training

401K with company match

Team member discounts

Rewards for top performers

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Leslie’s is launching a General Manager in Training (GMIT) program designed to develop the next generation of retail leaders. You’ll be paired with a successful General Manager for structured, hands-on training, typically completed within 90 days. Upon completion, you’ll transition into a Store Manager or Senior Assistant Store Manager role.

Compensation ranges from $21.09 to $22.90 per hour, with pay determined by education, experience, and internal equity, and aligned with market data.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with customers.
• Proficient with computers and retail systems; comfortable learning new tools.
• Willingness to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Strong customer service mindset and professional appearance.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment and adapt to priorities.

Responsibilities

• Learn and support all aspects of store operations including sales and payroll.
• 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

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Customer service orientation

Team leadership potential

Physical stamina

Tools

Retail systems

Job description

Dive In To a New Career With Leslie's

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

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.