Manager in Training

Mykroc; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Hearing coverage

Employer-paid life & AD&D

Long-term disability

Voluntary life

Short-term disability

Enhanced long-term disability

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Paid holidays

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) plan

Pension plan

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Indianapolis seeks a Manager in Training (MIT) for a structured 12‑week leadership development program designed to prepare candidates for a Store Manager role. During the program you will gain hands-on experience across all aspects of store operations, leadership, and performance management.

This role is ideal for individuals who want to grow into a leadership position, with hands-on training in staff management, customer experience, and store finance, and with a clear path

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years retail experience (thrift experience a plus).
• Valid Driver's License.
• Basic computer proficiency including POS systems.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

• Support recruiting, training, and supervising store staff.
• Learn scheduling, payroll review, and employee relations practices.
• Provide coaching and support to team members and program participants.
• Learn donation intake, product sorting, pricing, and merchandising.
• Assist with maintaining store appearance, safety, and compliance standards.
• Deliver excellent customer service and create a positive shopping environment.
• Support customer engagement and retention efforts.
• Model positive interactions for store staff.
• Learn cash handling procedures and daily deposit processes.
• Support inventory tracking and loss prevention practices.
• Assist with maintaining store operations within budget.

Skills

Retail experience

Driver's license

POS systems

Basic computer skills

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Schedule:Flexible schedule required including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Benefits for full-time employees working 30+ hours per week:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and hearing coverage
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid basic long-term disability coverage
• Optional voluntary life, short-term disability, and enhanced long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Employer-funded pension plan for eligible employees

About the Role

The Manager in Training (MIT) program is a structured leadership development program designed to prepare candidates for a Store Manager position. During this approximately12-week program, you will gain hands‑on experience across all aspects of store operations, leadership, and performance management.

This role is ideal for individuals who are motivated to grow into a leadership position and are eager to learn how to run a successful retail operation.

What You’ll Do

Leadership & Staff Management

• Support recruiting, training, and supervising store staff
• Learn scheduling, payroll review, and employee relations practices
• Provide coaching and support to team members and program participants

Store Operations

• Learn donation intake, product sorting, pricing, and merchandising
• Support strategies to meet production and sales goals
• Assist with maintaining store appearance, safety, and compliance standards

Customer Experience

• Deliver excellent customer service and create a positive shopping environment
• Support customer engagement and retention efforts
• Model positive interactions for store staff
• Learn cash handling procedures and daily deposit processes
• Support inventory tracking and loss prevention practices
• Assist with maintaining store operations within budget

Communication & Reporting

• Review daily sales and production metrics
• Communicate with store leadership and regional partners
• Support reporting and operational updates

Training Provided

• Structured 12-week training program with hands‑on experience
• Development in store leadership, operations, and financial management
• Regular progress reviews and feedback checkpoints
• Opportunity for promotion to Store Manager upon successful completion and business need

Why Join Us

• Clear path to Store Manager role
• Mission‑driven work supporting community programs
• Supportive and team‑oriented environment

Additional Information

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2 years retail experience (thrift experience a plus)
• Valid Driver's License
• Basic computer proficiency including POS systems
• Ability to pass pre‑employment background check

Physical Requirements

• Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds regularly
• Occasional lifting up to 100 pounds
• Capability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch as needed
• Clear vision (close and distance) with ability to adjust focus

Schedule Requirements

• Flexibility to work early shifts, late shifts, and most weekends
• Available for occasional travel to various locations for work or training
• Store environment with quiet to moderate noise level
• May experience temperature fluctuations based on weather

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to ap

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