MANAGER TRAINEE

AutoZone; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager Trainee to embark on a dynamic career path in retail management. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in store operations, customer service, and team leadership. With a focus on performance, successful trainees may be promoted to management positions within weeks. The company fosters a supportive culture with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k) plans, and career growth opportunities. If you are ready to take the next step in your retail career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Living Well Program

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage overall store retail/commercial operations and policy implementation.
• Lead and develop a productive team under the Store Manager's supervision.

Skills

Retail Management

Customer Service Leadership

Financial Analysis

Inventory Management

Bilingual Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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

Responsibilities

An MIT is a management team member 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 to maintain an engaged, productive team. Responsibilities include:

• Overall store retail/commercial 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. Satisfactory performance and demonstrated 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 management openings.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of retail management or supervisory experience
• Ability to work a full-time flexible schedule, including mornings, nights, weekends, and overtime
• Bilingual 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
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
• AutoZone discounts and perks
• 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan
• Living Well Program
• Career growth opportunities and tuition reimbursement

Benefits may vary by location. Learn more at careers.autozone.com.

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

AutoZone values fair chance hiring policies and considers criminal records on a case-by-case basis, in accordance with applicable laws.