Store Manager in Training (MIT)- Always Off Sundays- Rent A Center!

EclipseRTO; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail industry is looking for a Store Manager in Training to prepare for a managerial role in store operations. This position involves working closely with management to enhance sales performance, customer engagement, and team leadership, ensuring alignment with company values. The role offers full-time hours from Monday through Saturday, with critical responsibilities in sales, account management, and employee training.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years retail/management experience required.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions at the Assistant Manager level.
• Valid driver’s license with a good record.

Responsibilities

• Set and monitor daily and weekly sales goals.
• Manage collections and oversee staffing activities.
• Train and monitor coworkers in customer service and sales.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Leadership

Teamwork

Business Acumen

Education

Completion of RAC’s Store Manager Development Program, 4th Gear

Tools

Store Operation Applications

Job description

Store Manager in Training (MIT) - Always Off Sundays - Rent A Center!

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Overview

The MIT role offers accelerated and intensive training to prepare for a Store Manager position. The MIT will work closely with the District Manager and Store Manager, learning all aspects of store operations including customer service, account management, revenue maximization, customer base growth, and inventory management. The role involves observing experienced coworkers to learn methods, procedures, and standards, and becoming familiar with store and Field Support Center staff functions. All responsibilities should align with the RAC mission statement and core values.

Position Details

Reports to: District Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Account Management

• Set and monitor daily and weekly sales goals, oversee coworker sales activities, approve rental agreements, and track results.
• Manage collections by setting goals, overseeing activities, following up on difficult accounts, and ensuring procedures are followed.

Leadership

• Manage store resources to meet profit goals, control expenses, and oversee staffing, including recruiting, interviewing, and hiring.
• Create a positive work environment to retain coworkers and reduce turnover.
• Support compliance with company policies and programs.
• Train and monitor coworkers in customer service, sales, and account management, providing coaching and resolving issues promptly.
• Protect assets through expense and inventory management, cash handling, and security measures.
• Maintain store appearance and merchandising standards.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years retail/management experience.
• Completion of RAC’s Store Manager Development Program, 4th Gear.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions at the Assistant Manager level.
• Proficiency in store operation applications.
• Valid driver’s license with a good record.

Preferred Attributes

• Excellent communication skills, outgoing personality, organized, and driven.
• Business acumen for improving profitability.

Competencies

• Interpersonal Communication, Drive & Resilience, Teamwork, Quality Focus, Customer Service, Leadership, Planning, Decisiveness, Business Acumen, Adaptability.

Other Details

This role does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but requires leadership within the store.

Physical demands include active movement, lifting heavy items, and good vision.

Work hours are full-time, Monday through Saturday, with potential long hours and weekend work, subject to change based on business needs.

Additional Information

This job description is not exhaustive. Employees may perform other duties as needed.