Retail Leadership Trainee: Path to Store Manager

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts on Malley's Chocolc

Job summary

Malley's Chocolates in Brookpark/Cleveland area is seeking a Store Manager in Training (MIT). This hands-on role develops you for advancement to Store Manager by combining on-the-job training, leadership development, and exposure to multiple locations.

You will learn store operations, scheduling, inventory, POS systems, and customer experience while aligning with Malley's values. Travel to regional locations is required; a bachelor's degree (or equivalent retail management experience) is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in business/retail management; equivalent experience considered.
• Travel to various retail locations within the region.
• 1–3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in retail or food service.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to motivate a team.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Passion for chocolate and delivering the Malley's customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a training program focused on leadership, store operations, merchandising, and customer service.
• Shadow Store Managers to learn day-to-day responsibilities.
• Complete training modules, leadership projects, and performance check-ins.
• Meet with training managers for feedback, coaching, and progress reviews.
• Oversee daily operations including scheduling, inventory, cash handling, and loss prevention.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures.
• Gain proficiency in POS systems, financial reporting, and corporate communication tools.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Support and practice leadership of store associates with guidance from Store Manager.
• Participate in interviewing, onboarding, and training new team members.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team motivation

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/retail management (preferred)

Job description

Malley's Chocolates in Brookpark/Cleveland area is seeking a Store Manager in Training (MIT). This hands-on role develops you for advancement to Store Manager by combining on-the-job training, leadership development, and exposure to multiple locations.

You will learn store operations, scheduling, inventory, POS systems, and customer experience while aligning with Malley's values. Travel to regional locations is required; a bachelor's degree (or equivalent retail management experience) is