District Manager in Training

Savers / Value Village•Woodbury, MN

2d•$90,000 - $115,000

About The Position

As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States, Canada and Australia for value priced pre-owned clothing, accessories and household goods, our mission is to champion reuse and inspire a future where secondhand is second nature. We supply our stores with gently-used, one-of-a-kind items that have been donated by the community to local nonprofit organizations. We purchase these items directly from our nonprofit partners, redirecting billions of pounds of used items away from landfills and on to our store racks and shelves for reuse, and providing our partners with valuable funding for their community-based programs and services. You’ll often hear us say that we are “Thrift Proud.” It’s the millions of loyal customers who visit our 300+ stores and our more than 22,000 team members that make it possible. Learn more about the Savers® family of thrift stores, our impact, and the #ThriftProud movement at savers.com. Our brands are Savers (in the U.S.), 2nd Ave (in the U.S.), Value Village (in the U.S. and Canada), Unique (in the U.S.), Village des Valeurs (in Quebec) and Savers Australia. What you can expect: The opportunity to celebrate uniqueness. We are made up of people from many different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, all with something special to contribute. To work in a purpose-driven company, with a business model that people love for our impact on both the planet and local communities. An investment in the career path interests of our people. With our aggressive store expansion plans, we recognize the importance of the continued growth and development of our team members. What you get: Comprehensive onboarding and training from day one. In-house expertise! Our training department/Savers University develops and delivers robust training to every team member across our organization — from new hires to senior executives. We develop around 90% of our training internally, and partner with a variety of renowned providers to supplement our offerings.

Requirements

Must have previous District multi-unit experience.
High School diploma: post-Secondary degree preferred.
Consistent track record of delivering top-tier financial results; high level of energy, commitment and passion about the business.
Natural problem solver with strong analytical skills and sound judgment; takes decisive action in conditions of uncertainty.
Strong budget management and aptitude for working with numbers.
Superior organizational, prioritization and time management skills.

Responsibilities

Ensure store performance meets targets in sales, profit, on-site donations, production, and productivity based on annual performance expectations for the store.
Analyze key metrics and information, tie findings to observations and take appropriate action.
Inspect sales floor for shop-ability and ensure productivity of merchandise.
Lead, direct and supervise the work of the management team and through them to entire team.
Oversee Production Manager and Retail Sales Manager in proactively planning staffing needs, recruiting, selecting and training team members.
Regularly observe, assess, interact, coach and counsel the team.
Provide oversight for the work schedules to meet and exceed both customer and donor expectations.
Audit merchandise and prices rolled to and off the floor.
Plan and implement seasonal back stock, merchandising and other strategic programs.
Ensure the Savers recycling program is fully leveraged to reduce landfill and allow for further reuse of unsold/un-saleable items.
Execute all company standards in the Community Donation Center (CDC).
Oversee efforts inside and outside the store to create community awareness of the CDC, the company brand and the benefits of donating to Savers.
Create Store Operating Plans (SOP) to drive towards budget and to optimize results.
Coordinates with and reports to the Regional Director.
Deliver a positive and unforgettable customer/donor experience by setting the example for, as well as training and coaching, customer and donor service expectations, working with all members of management to ensure execution.
Protect company assets and information by ensuring their safe handling, security and integrity.
Proactively promote loss prevention awareness by upholding procedures and ensuring policies are in place.
Maintain a safe work environment through education, consistent follow up, ensuring policies and procedures are in place, and supporting the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC).

Benefits

Healthcare Plans Comprehensive coverage (medical/dental/vision) at a reasonable cost
Specialized health programs – Improve wellness (quit smoking, counseling, diabetes management, chronic joint pain)
Paid Time Off Sick Pay
Vacation Pay - Approximately 2 weeks
6 paid holidays plus 1 to 2 additional floating holidays
Team member discounts Up to 50% off store merchandise
Flexible spending accounts Use pre-tax dollars for eligible health and day care expenses
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) A whole suite of free tools and resources to manage life’s challenges and maintain a healthy work-life balance
Retirement Plan A 401k plan with generous company matching contributions to assist you in saving for a secure financial future.
Life insurance Company provided peace of mind and the option to purchase a supplemental plan
Annual Bonus
Performance Merit Increases
Disability Insurance
Parental Leave