Retail Store Manager in Training | Path to Leadership

Signet Jewelers; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay + commission

Medical insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Training programs

Merchandise discounts

Incentive trips

Job summary

Signet Jewelers in Lombard, IL, is seeking a Store Manager in Waiting (JC5) for up to six months to learn our Signet Selling System and products. You will serve as a store leader-in-training, gaining hands-on experience across customer service, operations, and team leadership.

The program selects high-potential associates for future leadership roles; progression is based on performance, readiness, and business needs, with potential compensation adjustments at the end of the 180-day period.

Qualifications

• Previous management or leadership experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and collaborate with diverse teams.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and a desire to pursue a management career with Signet.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work successfully in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences and achieving business results.
• Limited to external new hires only.

Responsibilities

• The program is designed to develop and evaluate future retail leaders through hands-on experience in a store environment.
• Advancement into a leadership role is based on demonstrated performance, leadership readiness, and business needs.
• Team members who are not selected for a leadership role at the conclusion of the program will be placed into the appropriate Jewelry Consultant level based on qualifications, performance, and business needs, with any applicable compensation adjustment.
• Candidates should clearly understand program expectations, including the temporary developmental nature of the role and the potential outcomes at the end of the 180-day period.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Job description

Signet Jewelers in Lombard, IL, is seeking a Store Manager in Waiting (JC5) for up to six months to learn our Signet Selling System and products. You will serve as a store leader-in-training, gaining hands-on experience across customer service, operations, and team leadership.

The program selects high-potential associates for future leadership roles; progression is based on performance, readiness, and business needs, with potential compensation adjustments at the end of the 180-day period.