Manager-in-Training: Rise to Store Manager I

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

403b retirement plan

Job summary

The Salvation Army ARC in Kansas City, MO offers a Manager-in-Training (MIT) program that leads to Store Manager I. This 12‑week paid training provides classroom and hands-on store experience, with progression to a store leadership role upon successful completion.

Starting pay is $16.75/hour, with full‑time, non‑exempt employment. The program emphasizes leadership development, operations management, and customer service in a nonprofit retail environment.

Qualifications

• Previous retail or supervisory/management experience preferred
• Strong leadership, initiative, and communication skills
• Commitment to The Salvation Army mission and values
• Valid driver’s license and ability to perform bank runs
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs (occasionally up to 100 lbs)

Responsibilities

• Lead daily retail operations to achieve sales and production goals
• Recruit, train, and develop staff while fostering a mission‑driven culture
• Oversee donation, production, and sales workflows for efficiency and compliance
• Ensure store appearance, safety standards, and customer experience excellence
• Manage financial controls, including bank runs, deposits, and cash accountability
• Monitor expenses, inventory, and asset protection
• Communicate with Regional Managers and ARC leadership

Skills

Leadership

Recruitment

Staff coaching

Cash handling

Customer service

Job description

The Salvation Army ARC in Kansas City, MO offers a Manager-in-Training (MIT) program that leads to Store Manager I. This 12‑week paid training provides classroom and hands-on store experience, with progression to a store leadership role upon successful completion.

Starting pay is $16.75/hour, with full‑time, non‑exempt employment. The program emphasizes leadership development, operations management, and customer service in a nonprofit retail environment.