Store Leader in Training - Retail Management Path

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

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay + commission

Medical/dental/vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Training programs

Merchandise discounts

Incentive trips

Job summary

Signet Jewelers’ Jared division seeks experienced retail leaders for the Store Manager in Waiting program (JC5) at our Lombard, IL location, where you will learn our Signet Selling System and product portfolio while preparing for leadership.

During the six‑month introductory period, performance and business needs determine progression or reassignment with compensation adjustments, and you may transition into a leadership role or another position with corresponding pay changes.

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.

Job description

Signet Jewelers’ Jared division seeks experienced retail leaders for the Store Manager in Waiting program (JC5) at our Lombard, IL location, where you will learn our Signet Selling System and product portfolio while preparing for leadership.

During the six‑month introductory period, performance and business needs determine progression or reassignment with compensation adjustments, and you may transition into a leadership role or another position with corresponding pay changes.