MANAGER TRAINEE

AutoZone; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive retail sector is seeking a Manager Trainee to prepare for future management roles. This position offers comprehensive training and responsibilities, including store management and customer service leadership. Ideal candidates will have retail management experience and a commitment to delivering exceptional service. Opportunities for career growth and competitive benefits are provided.

Benefits

Competitive pay and paid time off

Medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of retail management or supervisory experience.
• Ability to work a flexible full-time schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support store management and policy implementation.
• Manage financial statements and inventory.
• Lead customer service initiatives.

Skills

Retail Management

Customer Service

Leadership

Financial Analysis

Job description

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The Manager in Training (MIT) position is a short-term transitional role that provides work assignments and training to prepare MITs for promotion into Retail/Commercial Store Management positions. Entry into the program may lead to management within approximately 8-12 weeks, depending on prior experience and performance.

Responsibilities

An MIT is part of the management team, expected to Live The Pledge, deliver WOW! Customer Service, and drive store performance. Under the supervision of the Store Manager, the MIT will maintain an engaged, productive store team through leadership, initiative, and example setting.

The MIT supports the Store Manager in:

• Overall store management, supervision, and policy implementation
• Financial management - managing, analyzing, and reconciling monthly P&L statements
• Employee staffing, training, and development
• Inventory management
• Customer service leadership

MITs are responsible for completing operations and management training, learning about key business aspects and AutoZone culture. Performance and progression through training are essential to remain in the pipeline and be considered for management openings.

Note: Promotion to Store Manager/Commercial Sales Manager is not guaranteed and depends on performance and management openings.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of retail management or supervisory experience
• Ability to work a flexible full-time schedule, including mornings, nights, weekends, and overtime as needed
• Bilingual preferred but not required
• Automotive experience and financial analysis experience are preferred but not required

Benefits at AutoZone

AutoZone offers benefits to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing, including:

• Competitive pay and paid time off
• Company culture
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• AutoZone discounts
• 401(k) with company match and stock purchase
• Wellness programs and career growth opportunities

Eligibility and benefits may vary by location. Learn more at careers.autozone.com.

Application is online; follow the instructions at careers.autozone.com/candidateresources.

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