Retail Management Path: Manager in Training

LITTLE GENERAL STORE INC; Ansted (WV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Little General Hico in Ansted, WV is seeking a Manager in Training to prepare for future advancement to Store Manager. Candidates must be 21+ to manage locations selling alcohol, tobacco and lottery. Hours and locations may vary; some travel is required.

The role focuses on learning all aspects of store management, from recruiting and training staff to enforcing policies and maintaining a safe, compliant store environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak in English.

Responsibilities

• Learn to recruit, provide training for, and manage all employees.
• Represent Little General in a professional manner with all employees, customers, and vendors.
• Learn and understand Little General policies and procedures as defined in the Manager’s Manual.
• Learn to communicate, enforce and follow all handbook and company policies.
• Learn scheduling by budget in accordance with federal wage and hour regulations.
• Learn to provide employee coaching and document progressive discipline when required.
• Ensure that all store premises and equipment are clean, safe, secure, and properly maintained.
• Promote enrollment and regular participation in all Loyalty Programs.
• Promote store participation in company sponsored Charity Events.
• Learn to inventory, promote, display, and price the appropriate variety of products and services to produce projected sales and profits.
• Learn to safeguard and manage all store funds, merchandise, and gasoline inventory.
• Learn to work in cooperation with Food Service Manager to share building maintenance.
• Learn way to reduce operating costs by monitoring and managing all controllable expenses.
• Learn to complete and transmit all required reports and documentation in a timely manner.
• Report any questions or problems to Retail Supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned for learning.

Skills

Basic computer skills

English literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Little General Hico in Ansted, WV is seeking a Manager in Training to prepare for future advancement to Store Manager. Candidates must be 21+ to manage locations selling alcohol, tobacco and lottery. Hours and locations may vary; some travel is required.

The role focuses on learning all aspects of store management, from recruiting and training staff to enforcing policies and maintaining a safe, compliant store environment.