Retail Leadership Trainee — Assistant Manager Path

The Buckle, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Spending and Savings Accounts

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Teammate Discount

Performance Bonuses

Leave Options

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Buckle, Inc. in Lexington, KY seeks an Assistant Manager in Training (AIT) and Assistant Manager to drive sales, guest service, and merchandising excellence. You will work with the Store Manager and Leadership Team to recruit, train, and motivate Teammates, while stepping in as Store Manager in their absence.

The role blends leadership with operational duties in a fast‑paced retail environment. You will mentor teammates, manage daily tasks, protect assets, and uphold Buckle standards across

Qualifications

• Experience supervising Teammates and leading store efforts.
• Strong guest service and communication skills.
• Familiarity with merchandising, training, and store operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead sales and guest service to achieve store goals.
• Recruit and train Teammates; develop leadership in the team.
• Oversee visual merchandising and daily store operations.
• Support Store Manager in scheduling, coaching and loss prevention.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Merchandising

Training

Recruiting

Sales

Operations

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Buckle, Inc. in Lexington, KY seeks an Assistant Manager in Training (AIT) and Assistant Manager to drive sales, guest service, and merchandising excellence. You will work with the Store Manager and Leadership Team to recruit, train, and motivate Teammates, while stepping in as Store Manager in their absence.

The role blends leadership with operational duties in a fast‑paced retail environment. You will mentor teammates, manage daily tasks, protect assets, and uphold Buckle standards across