Sports Store Management Trainee — Fast-Track to Leadership

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation; La Quinta (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k / Roth IRA

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Big 5 Sporting Goods is hiring a Management Trainee in La Quinta, CA. The entry‑level program lasts 6–18 months with a structured training plan to prepare you for higher management roles. The role emphasizes energetic, sports-minded individuals and strong customer service in a fast-paced environment.

You will gain leadership experience, work across departments, and participate in a program designed to promote internal advancement while delivering excellent service and store results.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Flexible scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers throughout the store.
• Drive sales and recommend products and add-ons.
• Answer phone calls and respond to customer inquiries.
• Direct oversight of signage and promotions; maintain merchandising and policies.
• Assist with opening/closing procedures and training new associates.
• Oversee sales and cashier teams and ensure loss prevention policies are followed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Big 5 Sporting Goods is hiring a Management Trainee in La Quinta, CA. The entry‑level program lasts 6–18 months with a structured training plan to prepare you for higher management roles. The role emphasizes energetic, sports-minded individuals and strong customer service in a fast-paced environment.

You will gain leadership experience, work across departments, and participate in a program designed to promote internal advancement while delivering excellent service and store results.