Store Management Trainee: Path to General Manager

Buddy's Home Furnishings; Douglasville (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Buddy's Home Furnishings in Douglasville, GA is looking for a Manager In Training (MIT) who aims to transition into a General Manager role. The MIT will train in various store management functions and be responsible for acquiring customers and ensuring compliance with standards.

The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational and communication skills, have experience in retail, and be familiar with business management.

Qualifications

• Ability to negotiate and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Maintain professional appearance and regular attendance.
• Must have a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and maintain customers effectively.
• Meet company standards for quality and safety.
• Train and develop store associates.

Skills

Effective organizational skills

Established selling skills

Good communication skills

Handle multiple priorities

Proficient in POS system

Problem-solving abilities

Negotiation skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in business-related field

Two years’ experience in retail or customer service

Job description

Position Title: Manager In Training (MIT)

Reports to: Regional Manager

Status: Hourly

Position Summary

The Manager In Training is an associate that is on a direct training plan to become a General Manager. The associate is assigned to work in one or more store locations at the direction of the Regional Manager. The Manager In Training performs General Manager duties in his or her absence.

Principal Responsibilities

Acquire and Maintain Customers

Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local statutes

Meeting company standards for quality, customer service and safety

Meeting sales and revenue goals, implementing marketing and growth plans

Provide a safe, clean environment for customers and associates

Store Management

Train and develop associates

All other duties deemed necessary for effective store management

The MIT trains in the following areas to become competent

Decipher, prepare and review financial statements and store reports

Ensure adequate availability of merchandise at all times

Fill out paperwork for submission to corporate support

Follow monthly marketing plans

Implement sales and marketing programs

Maintain company vehicles within safe operating standards

Managing inventory and cash assets

Prepare daily work schedules, assign tasks, evaluate employee performance; discipline, enforce company policy and terminate when appropriate

Recruit, hire, and train to ensure efficient operations

Set goals and conduct weekly staff meetings

Requirements for Manager In Training

Effective organizational skills

Established selling skills

Good communication skills

Handle multiple priorities simultaneously

Learn and become proficient in POS system

Maintain professional appearance

Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in person and over the phone with employees and customers

Negotiate and resolve conflict

Plan, organize, delegate, coordinate and follow up various tasks and assignments

Recognize and solve problems

Must have proficient navigational skills with a satisfactory driving record and meet insurability requirements

Regular and consistent attendance, including nights and weekends as business dictates

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience providing the necessary skills and knowledge are acceptable. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree with course work in business, accounting, marketing or management.
• Two years’ experience in retail or other business emphasizing customer service, account management or merchandising.