Retail General Manager in Training — Mentored Leadership Path

LESLIES ISLE OF WIGHT LIMITED; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Team member discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Paid training

Job summary

Leslie’s Isle of Wight Limited is launching a General Manager in Training (GMIT) program in the United States. You’ll be paired with a successful General Manager for a structured, hands-on training in retail management, typically completed within 90 days.

Upon completion, you’ll transition into a Store Manager or Senior Assistant Store Manager role. The program emphasizes leadership development, hands-on experience, and a clear path to senior store leadership within Leslie’s expanding network of

Qualifications

• Completion of GMIT and Talent Platform training.
• Ability to achieve placement in the succession program.
• Excellent communication skills, and proficiency with computers.
• Comfortable using computers and retail systems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Learn and support all aspects of store operations, including sales, payroll, and expense management (P&L).
• Deliver exceptional customer service and lead by example.
• Perform water analysis and assist with basic mechanical repairs.
• Drive sales growth across residential and commercial customers.
• Support hiring, training, and development of store team members.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming store environment.
• Assist with merchandising, inventory control, and stock management.
• Support opening and closing procedures, including bank deposits.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to support store success.
• Adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Retail systems

Physical ability

Job description

Leslie’s Isle of Wight Limited is launching a General Manager in Training (GMIT) program in the United States. You’ll be paired with a successful General Manager for a structured, hands-on training in retail management, typically completed within 90 days.

Upon completion, you’ll transition into a Store Manager or Senior Assistant Store Manager role. The program emphasizes leadership development, hands-on experience, and a clear path to senior store leadership within Leslie’s expanding network of