Assistant Store Manager in Waiting - Kay Jewelers - Columbus and Central Ohio Area

Signet Jewelers • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Assistant Store Manager in Waiting is a developmental role for high-potential leaders at Kay Jewelers. Team members serve as a Store Manager in Waiting at a store location for up to six months, learning about the company, its culture, products, and services while receiving training in the Signet Selling System. The program provides hands-on store experience to develop and evaluate future retail leaders.

By the end of the six-month introductory period, the team member must either transition into a leadership position with little to no compensation adjustment or move into another role aligned with their qualifications, with an appropriate compensation adjustment. Advancement depends on demonstrated performance, leadership readiness, and business needs. Those not selected for a leadership role may be placed at an appropriate Jewelry Consultant level based on qualifications, performance, and business needs. The role is limited to external new hires.

Requirements

• Previous management or leadership experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to engage and collaborate with diverse teams.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and 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.
• Eligibility is limited to external new hires.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in a store environment while learning the company, its products, and services.
• Learn and apply the Signet Selling System.
• Demonstrate leadership readiness and performance as part of development and evaluation for future retail leadership.
• Deliver exceptional customer experiences and contribute to business results.

Benefits

• Base pay plus commission on sales
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance for full-time team members
• 401(k)
• Paid time off for full-time and part-time team members
• Paid holidays for full-time team members
• Tuition reimbursement, including DCA courses based on position
• Training and career development, including Associate Training System, Management Training System, and District Manager in Training
• Merchandise discounts
• Incentive trips and contests

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed