Manager in Training (University Village)

Buck Mason; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

Buck Mason, located in Emeryville, California, is seeking a Manager in Training to fast-track your career in retail management. In this full-time role, you will learn the ins and outs of running the store, support the Store Manager, and prepare to lead your own team.

Responsibilities include absorbing knowledge from seasoned managers, assisting in staff recruitment and training, analyzing sales data, and managing daily operations. Ideal candidates will have a passion for customer service and strong leadership qualities.

The position offers a salary range of $28–$34 per hour plus commission.

Qualifications

• Eager to absorb all aspects of retail management.
• Ability to inspire and lead others.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn the operations of retail management.
• Assist in recruiting and training staff.
• Analyze sales data to meet targets.
• Manage daily store operations and inventory.
• Act as the primary contact in the Store Manager's absence.

Skills

Hungry to learn

Natural born leader

Customer service wizard

Detail-oriented

Team player

Communication ace

Job description

Fast-Track Your Career with Buck Mason as a Manager in Training!

Got a fire in your belly to learn everything about retail management? As a Manager in Training at Buck Mason, you’ll be on the fast track to leading your own store. This full‑time role is all about soaking up knowledge, supporting the Store Manager, and getting ready to take the helm.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge Sponge: Absorb everything from our seasoned managers about running a top‑notch retail operation
• Future Leader: Support the Store Manager in recruiting, training, and developing the store staff, with an eye on building your own future team
• Sales Driver: Dive into the numbers, analyze sales data, and support the Store Manager in achieving sales targets
• Operational Expert: Oversee daily store operations, manage inventory levels, and ensure compliance with company policies
• Primary Contact: Step up as the primary point of contact in the Store Manager’s absence, ensuring seamless operations

Required Skills

• Hungry to learn - you've got that fire in your belly to soak up everything you can about retail management
• Natural born leader - you've got that spark that inspires others to step up and be their best
• Customer service wizard - you know how to make every customer feel like they're the most important person in the room
• Detail‑oriented - you're the master of the to‑do list and nothing slips through the cracks on your watch
• Team player - you thrive in a collaborative environment and love working with others to achieve common goals
• Communication ace - whether it's chatting with customers or leading a team meeting, you've got the gift of gab
• Work occurs on a variable schedule which could include early mornings, mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights or overnights as well as weekends and holidays

Base salary range: $28–$34 per hour, with 2% commission on individual sales.