Manager In Training

Goodwill Industries of Michiana; Griffith (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Michiana in Griffith, IN invites applicants for a Manager in Training to learn leading a fast-paced retail store. You will oversee daily operations, including sales, inventory, customer service, and team performance, while reporting to the District Manager and benefiting from structured training to prepare for a future Store Manager role.

The role emphasizes delivering an exceptional shopping experience, mentoring staff, and driving store profitability through effective

Qualifications

• Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Pass background check and drug screen.
• Understanding of sales, budgeting, and inventory management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• High school diploma or equivalent (or pursuing via The Excel Center).

Responsibilities

• Lead and monitor inventory management processes to ensure proper stock control.
• Communicate effectively with the District Manager regarding any operational issues and develop corrective action plans.
• Oversee and manage all operational processes within the store, ensuring smooth day-to-day activities and efficient workflow across all departments.
• Perform daily administrative and clerical tasks.
• Recruit, train, and manage staff while ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.

Skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

As a Manager in Training, you will learn to lead a fast-paced retail store by overseeing daily operations, including sales, inventory, customer service, and team performance. This hands-on role provides the opportunity to develop leadership skills while ensuring the store runs smoothly and efficiently.

You will focus on delivering an exceptional shopping experience for every customer while supporting a motivated and productive team. Reporting to the District Manager, this role offers mentorship and structured training to prepare you for a future Store Manager position.

Compensation

$47,300

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen
• Solid understanding of sales, budgeting, financial reporting, and inventory management to ensure store profitability
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for interacting with staff, customers, and management
• High school diploma or equivalent, or the ability to obtain one through The Excel Center

Responsibilities

• Lead and monitor inventory management processes to ensure proper stock control
• Communicate effectively with the District Manager regarding any operational issues or challenges and collaborate on developing and executing corrective action plans to address identified problems
• Oversee and manage all operational processes within the store, ensuring smooth day-to-day activities and efficient workflow across all departments
• Perform daily administrative and clerical tasks
• Recruit, train, and manage staff while ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures, holding team members accountable for performance and conduct