General Manager in Training - Bilingual

Chick-fil-A Western Center Blvd; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Closed Sundays

Discounts

Health & Retirement benefits

Job summary

Buddy's Home Furnishings is seeking a General Manager in Training (GMIT) at the Tyler, TX location. The program aims to train you to run a store within 120-180 days, with cross-training across all aspects of store operations and a focus on leadership development.

You must be 21 or older, and the role requires in-person work at the specified location. Training will be provided to prepare for a future management position within the company.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience in retail or other business emphasizing customer service, account management or merchandising.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree with coursework in business, marketing or management.
• Must be over 21 to drive a vehicle for work (insurance requirement)

Responsibilities

• Acquire and Maintain Customers
• Compliance with all applicable statutes
• Decipher, prepare and review financial statements and store reports
• Ensure merchandise is available at all times
• Follow monthly marketing plans
• Implement sales and marketing programs
• Recruit, hire, and train to ensure efficient operations
• Store Management and staff scheduling
• Maintain safety and customer service standards

Skills

Customer service

Retail experience

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in business/marketing/management

Job description

Benefits Include

• Salary: $17.00 to $23.00 per hour
• Paid Time Off
• Closed on Sundays

• Discounts
• Health & Retirement benefits (vary depending on location)

Role Summary

A General Manager In Training (GMIT)is promoted or brought into the organization with the sole intent of being trained and prepared for a future management role within the company. This role differs from the MIT role as this individual is expected to obtain the proficiency to run a store location within 120-180 days.Training will be provided, and you will be cross trained in all aspects of the role.

• This is an in-person job and only available physically at the specified location.
• You must be over the age of 21 to be considered for this position.

Principal Responsibilities

• Acquire and Maintain Customers
• Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local statutes
• Decipher, prepare and review financial statements and store reports
• Ensure adequate availability of merchandise at all times
• Fill out paperwork for submission to corporate support
• Follow monthly marketing plans
• Implement sales and marketing programs
• Maintain company vehicles within safe operating standards
• Managing inventory and cash assets
• Meeting company standards for quality, customer service and safety
• Meet and exceed target sales and revenue goals
• Implementing marketing and growth plans
• Prepare daily work schedules, assign tasks, evaluate employee performance; discipline, enforce company policy and terminate when appropriate
• Provide a safe, clean environment for customers and associates
• Recruit, hire, and train to ensure efficient operations
• Set goals and conduct weekly staff meetings
• Store Management
• Train and develop associatesGeneral Manager in Training Requirements:
• Any combination of education and experience providing the necessary skills and knowledge are acceptable. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
• Associate or Bachelor's degree with course work in business, accounting, marketing or management.
• Two years' experience in retail or other business emphasizing customer service, account management or merchandising.
• Must be over the age of 21 to drive a vehicle for work (insurance requirement)

Physical Requirements

• Routine lifting, loading, and moving of merchandise (50-300 pounds) using a dolly
• Stooping, bending, pulling, reaching, and grabbing
• Ability to traverse multiple flights of stairs while carrying furniture, appliances, and electronics
• Prolonged periods of driving and standing
• Ability to work in various indoor and outdoor climates and weather conditions

Additional Information

• Buddy's Home Furnishings is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
• A detailed background check, including driving history and drug screening, is required.