Retail Store Leadership Trainee

AutoZone; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

AutoZone’s Store Management team invites you to join as a Manager in Training, a transitional role designed to prepare you for promotion into a Retail Store Management position. You’ll receive hands-on assignments, leadership training, and structured learning opportunities.

Within 8-12 weeks, you could progress into management—depending on your prior experience and performance. You’ll focus on leadership, customer service excellence, and operational expertise, with promotions based on

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of prior experience as a retail manager or supervisor.
• Full-time schedule including mornings, nights, weekends, and overtime.
• Strong communication in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of a high-performing store team.
• Maintain clear communication with staff and customers to drive execution.
• Analyze and reconcile monthly P&L to optimize profitability.
• Support store operations and uphold structured training processes.
• Assist with staffing, mentoring, and training employees to develop a strong team.
• Oversee customer service activities to ensure WOW experiences.
• Oversee inventory accuracy, merchandising, and sales strategies.
• Complete management skills training under Store Manager guidance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer Service

Analytics

Training

Staffing

Inventory

Operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

AutoZone’s Store Management team invites you to join as a Manager in Training, a transitional role designed to prepare you for promotion into a Retail Store Management position. You’ll receive hands-on assignments, leadership training, and structured learning opportunities.

Within 8-12 weeks, you could progress into management—depending on your prior experience and performance. You’ll focus on leadership, customer service excellence, and operational expertise, with promotions based on