MANAGER TRAINEE

AutoZone; Hohenwald (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company seeks a MANAGER TRAINEE to provide training and work assignments, preparing candidates for management positions. This short-term role involves store management tasks under supervision, with opportunities for rapid advancement based on performance.

Benefits

Competitive pay and paid time off

Health insurance options

401(k) with company match

Career growth opportunities and tuition reimbursement

Responsibilities

• Manage overall store operations and supervision.
• Financial management including analysis of P&L statements.
• Staffing, training, and development of employees.
• Lead customer service and inventory management.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Financial Management

Team Development

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. Progression to management may occur within approximately 8-12 weeks, depending on prior experience and performance.

Responsibilities

An MIT is a member 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 team through strong leadership, initiative, and leading by example.

The MIT supports the Store Manager in:

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

MITs are responsible for completing operational and management training, learning key aspects of the business and AutoZone culture. Performance and progression are monitored to remain in the program and be considered for management openings.

Note: Promotion to Store Manager or 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 full-time with flexible hours, including mornings, nights, weekends, and overtime
• Bilingual skills preferred, not required
• Automotive experience preferred, not required
• Experience analyzing financials, including Profit and Loss statements, preferred, not required

Benefits at AutoZone

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

• Competitive pay and paid time off
• Company culture
• Health insurance options
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Discounts and perks, including store discounts
• 401(k) with company match and stock purchase plans
• Wellness programs
• Career growth opportunities and tuition reimbursement

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

An online application is required. Visit careers.autozone.com/candidateresources for instructions.

AutoZone considers criminal records on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable laws and ordinances.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Retail

We accept applications continuously. Our hiring team reviews submissions regularly and will contact suitable candidates.