Management Trainee: Fast-Track to Store Leadership

Big-5-Sporting-Goods; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k/Roth IRA

Paid Time Off

Sick Leave

Vacation

Education Assistance

Employee Merchandise Discount

Employee Referral Program

Life Insurance

Ticket Discounts

Pet Insurance

Credit Union Membership

Job summary

Big 5 Sporting Goods is seeking a Management Trainee in Anaheim, CA. This entry-level program is designed to train you for promotion to higher management, with a defined trajectory over 6-18 months through a structured training plan and mentorship.

You will gain knowledge and experience under direction of seasoned staff, managing duties across store operations, merchandising, and customer service while supporting store leaders and ensuring policy compliance.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic organizational and/or applicable math skills.
• Detail-oriented and reliable.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers throughout the store.
• Drive sales and respond to customer inquiries.
• Direct oversight of footwear and advertising programs, and other departments.
• Merchandising and compliance with all company policies.
• Setting promotional signage and stocking from stockroom as needed.
• Training newly hired associates and directing sales and cashier staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Math skills

Fast-paced environment

Sporting goods knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Big 5 Sporting Goods is seeking a Management Trainee in Anaheim, CA. This entry-level program is designed to train you for promotion to higher management, with a defined trajectory over 6-18 months through a structured training plan and mentorship.

You will gain knowledge and experience under direction of seasoned staff, managing duties across store operations, merchandising, and customer service while supporting store leaders and ensuring policy compliance.