Sports Retail Management Trainee

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Sick leave

Vacation

Education assistance

Employee merchandise discount

Employee referral program

Company-paid life insurance

Ticket discounts

Pet insurance

Credit union membership

Job summary

Big 5 Sporting Goods is seeking a Management Trainee in Rancho Cordova to kickstart a retail leadership career. You will learn store operations, drive sales, and support promotional initiatives.

This entry-level role is designed to promote to higher management within 6–18 months through our structured training program. You will gain hands-on leadership experience, work in a fast-paced environment, and develop customer service excellence while preparing for future store management

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or retail is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with basic math and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers throughout the store.
• Drive sales and respond to customer inquiries.
• Direct oversight of multiple departments and merchandising.
• Train newly hired associates and supervise staff as needed.
• Ensure store is clean, organized, and fully stocked.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Communication

Organizational skills

Basic math

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Big 5 Sporting Goods is seeking a Management Trainee in Rancho Cordova to kickstart a retail leadership career. You will learn store operations, drive sales, and support promotional initiatives.

This entry-level role is designed to promote to higher management within 6–18 months through our structured training program. You will gain hands-on leadership experience, work in a fast-paced environment, and develop customer service excellence while preparing for future store management