MANAGER TRAINEE

Autozone; Suitland (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager in Training to join their dynamic team. This transitional role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and training, preparing individuals for future management positions within a short span of 8-12 weeks. As a vital member of the management team, you'll lead by example, drive customer satisfaction, and oversee store operations. Ideal candidates will have a background in retail management, strong leadership skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional service. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in retail management or supervision.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in overall store operations.
• Manage P&L statements and ensure financial performance.
• Lead and develop the store team for optimal performance.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Financial Management

Inventory Management

Retail Management

Bilingual Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

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

Compensation Range (USD): MIN 15.0 - MID 18.51 - MAX 22.02