Retail Leadership Trainee — Path to Store Management

Runnings; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Runnings is seeking a Manager In Training (MIT) in Sioux Falls to join a structured development program designed to prepare you for management roles such as Assistant Manager or Store Manager. You will engage in all aspects of store operations, team leadership, and customer service, and report to store and district leadership.

The program features hands-on leadership training, coaching, and exposure to financial and operational metrics.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a fast-paced environment is required.
• Strong communication with customers and team members.
• Willingness to adapt to evolving store priorities.

Responsibilities

• Participate in hands-on leadership training across multiple functional areas.
• Support store leadership in coaching, developing, and motivating team members.
• Demonstrate initiative and model a service-oriented culture.
• Build foundational skills in delegation, accountability, and performance management.
• Learn opening/closing procedures, inventory management, and merchandising execution.
• Assist in driving department and store performance through company initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing/related field

Job description

Runnings is seeking a Manager In Training (MIT) in Sioux Falls to join a structured development program designed to prepare you for management roles such as Assistant Manager or Store Manager. You will engage in all aspects of store operations, team leadership, and customer service, and report to store and district leadership.

The program features hands-on leadership training, coaching, and exposure to financial and operational metrics.