Store Manager in Training

Rural King; Harris Township (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Rural King is seeking a motivated Store Manager in Training to assist in day-to-day store operations while developing leadership skills in a supportive environment. This role involves directing staff, maintaining inventory, ensuring customer satisfaction, and preparing for potential relocation for promotion. Ideal candidates should have retail management experience and a readiness to engage with customers and team effectively.

Benefits

401k with 50% match

Healthcare plans

15% Associate Discount

Associate Assistance Program

24/7 Chaplaincy Services

Qualifications

• 2+ years retail management experience.
• Proficient in Excel and Word.
• Outgoing self-starter who enjoys working with people.

Responsibilities

• Direct store operations and personnel.
• Ensure merchandise displays are safe and attractive.
• Lead the team and exemplify leadership principles.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Communication

Flexibility

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opportunity to work alongside dedicated associates who share a passion for providing an exceptional experience and service to our rural communities. Whether you are starting an entry-level position or joining with professional experience, Rural King encourages professional growth and provides the necessary resource to help you succeed and grow with us.

When you join the Rural King team, you become a contributing member in supporting the needs of and making a difference in the lives of those within the people and communities we serve.

How we reward you

401k with a generous 50% match up to first 10% of earnings * Healthcare plans to support your needs * Virtual doctor visits * Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic’s Complex Care Program * 15% Associate Discount * Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program (no cost to you!) * Associate Assistance Program * RK Cares Associate Hardship Program * 24/7 Chaplaincy Services

What You’ll do

The primary role of the Store Manager in Training is to develop knowledge and understanding of the day-to-day store operations, customer service, and merchandising under the supervision and direction of a Store Manager. This position requires strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and supervise associates. Also included are establishing an interactive sales approach, keen awareness of safety & loss prevention, maintenance of store cleanliness and appearance, excellent customer service, and a positive attitude.

The average training period is 6 months with the expectation that the Store Manager in Training is open to relocation to another store within the Pennsylvania/Northern Virginia/Maryland market for the promotion to Store Manager.

• Direct the operations of the assigned store
• Direct all store personnel to build revenue and meet sales goals
• Ensure attractive, safe, and accurately priced merchandise displays and floor plans
• Take a hands-on approach with directing daily goals for the Assistant Store Managers
• Be a positive and professional “role model” for the team
• Lead our associates in a way that exemplifies the leadership principles taught in Thrive and reinforces Thrive skills with managers reporting to you
• Find solutions to associate and customer questions and concerns
• Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the building and grounds
• Develop the product knowledge and sales techniques of the team
• Demonstrate effective and consistent communications and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate effective problem-solving and analytical skills
• Become an expert with standard concepts and practices within the retail environment
• Maximize inventory, cash control, and loss prevention techniques
• Establish and preserve a positive work atmosphere
• Use general office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, computer
• Operate Telxon gun, forklift, pallet jack, ladder, and other retail equipment
• May be required to cross train and perform other duties

Supervisory ResponsibilitiesYes

Essential Qualities for Success

• 2+ years retail management experience
• Be an outgoing self-starter who enjoys working with people.
• Computer knowledge in Excel and Word
• Proficient User of computer software systems
• Ability to interact with the team in a fast-paced environment, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient.
• Ability to multi-task and coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Flexibility with hours: ability to work a 50-hour workweek (10-hour shifts, 5 days per week) with varied hours, days, night, and weekends as business dictates.
• Must meet federal requirements to qualify to obtain a Federal Firearms License (FFL) and any applicable local requirements.
• Ability to access and use the in-store computer, scanning system, and wireless hand-held unit.
• Ability to participate in our online applicant and new hire onboarding process remotely.
• Ability to complete computer-based training.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull a minimum of 30 pounds repetitively and 31-50 pounds intermittently.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to use a ladder and/or pallet jack.
• Ability to communicate effectively to all audiences.
• Close vision for computer work
• Repetitive wrist movements on keyboard
• Ability to walk up and down stairs multiple times per day.
• Ability to verbally communicate effectively and professionally with all audiences (in-person or via handheld transceiver)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

About the company

Rural King Supply is a farm supply store based in Mattoon, Illinois, United States.

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