Retail Leadership Trainee: Drive Sales & Service

Academy Sports + Outdoors; Selma (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Academy Sports + Outdoors in Selma, Texas, is seeking a Manager in Training to develop skills in running a high-volume retail business. This role includes hands-on experience in operations, sales leadership, and people management while working closely with experienced store leadership.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of leadership experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred. Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant leadership or management experience required.
• Proven track record managing departments of up to 40 team members.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills with a customer-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience across operations, sales leadership, and people management.
• Develop and execute strategies that drive sales, service, and operational excellence.
• Analyze performance metrics and adjust priorities in real time.

Skills

Management

Workforce Management

Customer Service

Training

Strategy and Execution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Academy Sports + Outdoors in Selma, Texas, is seeking a Manager in Training to develop skills in running a high-volume retail business. This role includes hands-on experience in operations, sales leadership, and people management while working closely with experienced store leadership.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of leadership experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred. Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude are essential for success.