MANAGER TRAINEE

Autozone; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Manager in Training at a leading automotive retailer. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your management skills with a clear path to promotion within 8-12 weeks. You will be part of a supportive environment where you can lead a store team, drive customer satisfaction, and manage financial performance. With a commitment to employee growth and a culture that values well-being, this position is ideal for those looking to advance their careers in retail management. If you are passionate about leadership and customer service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Exclusive discounts

Health Savings Accounts

Flexible Spending Accounts

Living Well Program

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in overall store operations.
• Manage financials and analyze monthly P&L statements.

Skills

Retail management

Customer service

Financial analysis

Inventory management

Bilingual communication

Automotive knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Point of Sale (POS) systems

Financial software

Job description

The Manager in Training (MIT) position is expected to be a short-term transitional role that provides both work assignments and training opportunities to prepare MITs to be promoted into Retail/Commercial Store Management positions. From the date of entry into the AutoZone MIT program, it may be possible to progress to a management position within approximately 8-12 weeks, depending on the prior experience and performance of the MIT.

Responsibilities

An MIT is a member of the management team. As a member of management, an MIT will be expected to Live The Pledge, deliver WOW! Customer Service, and drive store execution and performance. Under the supervision of the Store Manager, the MIT will maintain an engaged, productive store team through strong leadership, demonstrating initiative and leading by example.

The MIT is responsible for supporting the Store Manager in the overall operation of the store to include:

• Overall store retail/commercial management, supervision, and policy implementation
• Financial management – manage, analyze and reconcile monthly P&L statements
• Employee staffing, training, and development
• Inventory management
• Customer service leadership

MITs are also responsible for completing operations and management skills training, and learning about key aspects of the business and AutoZone culture. MITs must maintain satisfactory performance and must demonstrate consistent progression through the training program in order to remain in the pipeline role and be considered for management openings.

Requirements

• 1 -2 years of previous experience as a retail manager or supervisor
• Ability to work a full-time flexible schedule, including morning, night and weekend shifts, and to work overtime as needed
• Bilingual preferred, but not required
• Previous automotive experience preferred, but not required
• Previous experience analyzing company financials including Profit and Loss Statement preferred, but not required

Benefits at AutoZone

AutoZone cares about people. That’s why AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefit guidance designed to improve AutoZoners’ physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Some of these benefits include:

• Competitive pay and paid time off
• Unrivaled company culture
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
• Exclusive Discounts and Perks, including AutoZone In-store discount
• 401(k) with Company match and Stock Purchase Plan
• AutoZoners Living Well Program for mental and physical health
• Opportunities for career growth and tuition reimbursement

An ONLINE APPLICATION is REQUIRED. Click the Apply button to complete your application. For step-by-step instructions on how to apply visit careers.autozone.com/candidateresources.

Fair Chance Statement: An applicant’s criminal record is not a disqualification from employment and will be considered individually based on factors such as the relationship between the position sought and the criminal offense, the nature of the offense and the time elapsed since the offense, and any other relevant information.

Please note: We continuously accept applications for this position. Our hiring managers frequently review submissions and will contact you if we think you are a good fit for our team.