Leader In Training

ABC Liquors, Inc.; Naples (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness-based health insurance

Company-match 401k program

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Pet insurance

Job summary

ABC Liquors, Inc. is seeking a Leader-in-Training to develop into future store leaders. This hands-on role involves training in store operations, supporting company initiatives, and developing leadership skills.

The ideal candidate will have at least 6 months of retail leadership experience and must be 21 or older. Responsibilities include completing training, managing cash control, and supporting the team and store operations.

ABC offers paid vacation, excellent health benefits, and a 401k program.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• At least 6 months of retail leadership experience or a combination of 2 years of education and experience.
• The ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate ABC’s Core Values with Guests and Team Members.
• Complete all training within the LIT program, targeting completion in 6 months or less.
• Travel to other stores as planned by the District Manager.
• Perform key management tasks such as opening/closing the store and cash control.
• Communicate regularly with management about program progress.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Inventory Control

Education

Education in Business Management or a related field

Job description

Job Overview

A Leader-in-Training (LIT) is part of ABC Fine Wine & Spirits’ leadership pipeline, developing into the store leaders of tomorrow. This hands‑on, developmental role prepares team members to lead store operations by working closely with the Team Leader and District Manager to ensure effective store performance.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate ABC’s Core Values with our Guests and Team Members every day.
• Complete all training within the LIT program, targeting completion in 6 months or less.
• Follow training timelines and competency checklists to ensure progression.
• Attend all LIT training sessions and meetings as scheduled.
• Travel to other stores as planned by the District Manager or LIT Program Manager.
• Identify opportunities to grow sales and enhance store operations.
• Help ensure consistent visual and operational merchandising standards.
• Develop knowledge in inventory control, replenishment, and merchandising.
• Perform key management tasks such as opening/closing the store, cash control, and receiving shipments.
• Build supervisory skills including delegation, scheduling, training, performance management, and discipline.
• Attend mandatory company training and participate in off‑site or remote meetings.
• Support company‑wide initiatives such as resets, remodels, new store openings, and in‑store events.
• Communicate regularly with the District Manager, LIT Program Manager, and HR Business Partner about program progress and store needs.
• Support a clean and safe store environment.
• Upon program completion and leadership approval, apply to open Assistant Store Leader or Store Leader positions.
• Make sound business decisions and elevate when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the District Manager or LIT Program Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• At least 6 months of retail leadership experience or a combination of 2 years of education in Business Management or a related field and equivalent experience.
• The ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs demand.

General Requirements

Maintain regular and predictable onsite attendance: All Team Members are expected to report to work as scheduled and remain onsite for the duration of their shifts. Reliable onsite attendance is an essential function of the job to ensure operational success and consistent service for our Guests.

Physical Requirements

• Continuously: Standing and moving about for extended periods (up to 8 hours or more).
• Frequently: Bending, lifting, and twisting (BLT) to move product and assist with merchandising.
• Frequently: Lifting and/or transporting up to 40 lbs. throughout the store and stockroom.
• Occasionally: Overhead lifting to place or retrieve items from high shelves.
• Occasionally: Use of ladders and step stools to access merchandise stored at varying heights.
• Frequently: Moving between sales floor, stockroom, and exterior areas of the store.

Vision Requirements

• Frequently: Visually inspect product labels, signage, and displays to ensure accuracy and presentation.
• Frequently: Detect and respond to visual cues such as Guest gestures, product placement, or safety hazards.

Work Environment

• Occasionally: Working in or with elevated locations and tools (e.g., ladders, stockroom).
• Occasionally: Exposure to outdoor weather conditions while maintaining the property or assisting Guests.
• Occasionally: Exposure to fumes or airborne particles when using cleaning solutions or supplies.
• Occasionally: Exposure to refrigerated temperatures (32–41ºF) when stocking or retrieving product in the cooler.
• Continuously: Moderate noise level in the work environment.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and PTO
• Tuition reimbursement (ABC University – Great wine, spirits, beer, cigar training)
• Excellent wellness‑based health insurance for individual + family
• Dental and vision plans
• Company‑match 401k program
• Employee discounts on wine and spirits
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Pet insurance

Equal Opportunity

ABC is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and we make all employment decisions without regard to race, ethnicity, color, age, sex, gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, creed, marital status, pregnancy, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, physical/mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law ("protected status"). ABC is an alcohol‑free, drug‑free workplace.