Management Trainee - Full-Time

Buehlers; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k)

ESOP

Company-Paid Disability

Life Insurance

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Buehler’s Fresh Foods in Wooster, OH, invites high-potential candidates to join the Management Development Program as a Management Trainee. The role is designed to cultivate future leaders by providing hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to store operations, budgeting, and customer service standards.

You will supervise daily operations, coach team members, analyze financial performance, and help implement strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Demonstrated leadership in retail or food service.
• Strong decision-making and strategic thinking.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.
• Willingness to travel within store footprint.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations and departments.
• Recruit, hire, and develop staff to meet company standards.
• Drive sales, profitability, and overall department performance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and safety regulations.
• Analyze KPIs and operational reports to guide decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Retail management

Budgeting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team leadership

Flexibility

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Job description

Buehler's Warehouse & Central Kitchen, 1401 Old Mansfield Road, Wooster, Ohio, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Position: Management Trainee
Availability: Minimum of 40 hours per week; including evenings and weekends as needed

We are seeking high-potential individuals to join our Management Development Program, designed to cultivate future leaders within our organization. This structured program provides participants with the knowledge, hands‑on experience, and leadership skills necessary to manage and oversee store operations effectively.

Program Overview

Our Management Development Program is an immersive leadership training initiative that prepares candidates to assume key management roles. Participants will:

• Gain comprehensive operational and strategic management experience.
• Develop critical leadership skills necessary for effective team management.
• Learn to analyze and interpret business analytics to drive results.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing team.
• Manage store operations, budgeting, and profitability goals.
• Execute company‑wide initiatives while ensuring exceptional customer service standards.

Core Responsibilities

As a Management Trainee, you will be actively involved in all aspects of department operations, preparing for a leadership position by overseeing business functions, financial performance, staffing, and compliance with company policies and strategic goals.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee daily operations of assigned department or store location.
• Establish and communicate job responsibilities, expectations, and performance goals for direct reports.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop team members, ensuring alignment with company standards.
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations.
• Implement corrective action and performance improvement plans as necessary.
• Foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration, reinforcing company values.

Operational & Strategic Responsibilities

• Drive sales, profitability, and overall department/store performance.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance customer service, satisfaction, and retention.
• Oversee product merchandising and inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels.
• Analyze financial reports and key performance indicators to make informed business decisions.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to set and execute short‑term and long‑term goals.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, labor laws, and safety regulations.
• Identify and implement process improvements to maximize efficiency and reduce operational costs.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Demonstrated leadership or management experience in a retail or food service setting.
• Strong ability to make independent decisions, solve complex problems, and think strategically.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in analyzing financial data and managing budgets.
• Ability to delegate tasks effectively and manage multiple priorities.
• High adaptability in a dynamic retail environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, based on business needs.
• Ability to travel within Buehler’s store footprint as needed.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Capability to stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push, and pull up to 50 lbs, occasionally up to 80 lbs.
• Manual dexterity and visual/auditory skills necessary to perform job tasks.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Available
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) and ESOP Retirement Plans
• Weekly Payroll – On-Demand Pay Available

Join us and take the first step toward a rewarding leadership career with Buehler’s!

Check out the GREAT benefits we offer!!!

Buehler’s Fresh Foods is an employee-owned chain of 13 grocery stores located in northeast Ohio. Our employees share a genuine concern for quality and to take care of the customer. We are always “Putting People First” whether it be our customers or our employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

Buehler's Warehouse & Central Kitchen, 1401 Old Mansfield Road, Wooster, Ohio, United States of America