MANAGER TRAINEE

AutoZone; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

AutoZone is seeking a Manager Trainee to prepare for management roles within 8-12 weeks. The role involves leading a team, managing store operations, and providing exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates should have retail management experience and a flexible schedule.

Benefits

Competitive pay and paid time off

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and maintain an engaged, productive team.
• Support the Store Manager in overall store management.

Skills

Bilingual skills

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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 a management role 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 lead by example and maintain an engaged, productive team.

The MIT supports the Store Manager in:

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

MITs are responsible for completing training in operations and management skills, learning about key business aspects and AutoZone culture. Satisfactory performance and consistent progression are required to remain in the program and be considered for management openings.

Note: Promotion to Store Manager/Commercial Sales Manager is not guaranteed and depends on performance and available 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
• Bilingual skills are preferred but not required
• Previous automotive experience is preferred but not required
• Experience analyzing financials, including Profit and Loss statements, is preferred but not required

Benefits at AutoZone

AutoZone offers comprehensive benefits to support your well-being, including:

• Competitive pay and paid time off
• Company culture focused on growth and development
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
• Exclusive discounts, including AutoZone store discounts
• 401(k) with company match and stock purchase plans
• Health and wellness programs
• Opportunities for career growth and tuition reimbursement

Benefits may vary by location; eligibility and waiting periods apply. Learn more at careers.autozone.com.

An online application is required. Click the Apply button to submit your application. For detailed instructions, visit careers.autozone.com/candidateresources.

Fair Chance Statement: Your criminal record will be considered individually, and a prior record does not automatically disqualify you. Conditions and relevance of offenses are evaluated based on position requirements and law.

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