Manager In Training
The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Kentwood, MI
•Onsite
About The Position
The Manager In Training supports store leadership and assists the Store Manager with day-to-day operations, including staff supervision, production, sales, store maintenance, customer development, banking, and record keeping. This full-time position includes paid training on register and store procedures, ongoing coaching from store leadership, and opportunities to build retail and customer service skills. The work supports The Salvation Army’s mission and community programs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of retail experience; thrift experience is a plus.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Strong English communication skills.
- Basic computer proficiency, including POS systems.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
- Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity.
- Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.
- Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch as needed.
- Clear close and distance vision with ability to adjust focus.
- Flexibility to work early and late shifts and most weekends.
- Availability for occasional travel to various locations for work or training.
Nice To Haves
- Thrift experience.
Responsibilities
- Support staff training and supervision as assigned.
- Implement strategies to meet production and sales goals.
- Assist the manager with store maintenance and appearance, ensuring safety, security, cleanliness, and utility.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and Salvation Army safety and security policies.
- Work with the Store Manager to keep income and expenses within budgeted parameters.
- Protect resources through product control procedures to prevent shrinkage.
- Implement customer development and retention plans.
- Create an enjoyable shopping experience.
- Work proactively to improve The Salvation Army’s image among staff and the community.
- Support The Salvation Army’s mission statement.
- Support banking and record-keeping procedures.
- Document and provide information for personnel reviews and corrective actions.
- Communicate with the Store Manager regarding all aspects of store operations.
- Handle other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Accrued vacation and sick time.
- Medical, dental, vision, and hearing benefits after 90 days.
- Supplemental life insurance.
- Employee discount.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Paid training on register and store procedures.
- Ongoing coaching and support from store leadership.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
