Management Trainee/Assistant Manager

IFA • Naples, UT

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About The Position

INTERMOUNTAIN FARMERS ASSOCIATION , a regional agricultural cooperative, is seeking qualified and experienced individuals to fill the position of ASSISTANT MANAGER/ MANAGEMENT TRAINEE at the IFA Country Store in Vernal, Utah.

Requirements

• 4-year college degree preferred with an emphasis in Ag Business, Business Administration, Operations Management or other related field of study.
• 3-5 years' experience in retail management with demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Solid understanding of operational profitability including gross margin analysis and effective pricing strategies to ensure store financial success.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office, SAP and other computer applications.
• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills with multi-tasking capabilities.

Nice To Haves

• A passion and excitement for being involved in the agricultural community and rural living highly desired.
• An advanced level of knowledge and experience in agronomy, animal health, gardening, fencing and farming supplies a huge plus.

Responsibilities

• Coach and mentor team members with the ability to hold team members accountable to high levels of performance.
• Interview and hire qualified candidates to ensure store is staffed appropriately with knowledgeable and friendly team members.
• Provide ongoing training to help team members develop a consistent attitude of salesmanship while utilizing suggestive selling and add-on sales techniques.
• Effectively merchandise store with appropriate mix of products and services with an experienced eye for visual presentation and attractive store layout.
• Actively seek out opportunities to increase sales revenue using a variety of creative strategies to bring new and additional business to the store.
• Develop a store culture and environment that espouses the highest level of attention to customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
• Maintain appropriate levels of inventory on products in the store by keeping accurate inventory reports and conducting regular inventory audits.

Benefits

• IFA offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, vision reimbursement plan, generous 401K matching, life insurance, long-term disability, vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, employee discounts, as well many other incredible benefits.
• IFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level