Store Manager in Training
About The Position
The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Centers (ARC) is seeking motivated, high‑potential leaders for our Manager-in-Training (MIT) program in Kansas City, MO. This 12‑week structured development program prepares future leaders for promotion into a Store Manager I role. The Manager‑in‑Training (MIT) role is designed to prepare candidates to become Store Managers (Level I) through hands‑on training, leadership development, and structured performance evaluations. Upon successful completion of the program, MITs are eligible for promotion to Store Manager I, leading a thrift store generating up to $1M annually in sales.
Requirements
- Commitment to The Salvation Army mission and values
- Ability to qualify for TSA Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) requirements
- Valid driver’s license and ability to perform bank runs
- Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs (occasionally up to 100 lbs)
Nice To Haves
- Previous retail or supervisory/management experience preferred
- Strong internal candidates encouraged to apply
- Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and communication skills
Responsibilities
- Lead daily retail operations to achieve sales and production goals
- Recruit, train, and develop staff while fostering a positive, mission‑driven culture
- Oversee donation, production, and sales workflows for efficiency and compliance
- Ensure store appearance, safety standards, and customer experience excellence
- Manage financial controls, including bank runs, deposits, and cash accountability
- Monitor expenses, inventory, and asset protection
- Communicate effectively with Regional Managers and ARC leadership
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Hearing Coverage through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield – multiple plan options with affordable premiums and low copays.
- Prescription Coverage with Express Scripts – mail-order options for convenience and lower costs.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
- Employer-Paid Basic Life Insurance and options to purchase additional voluntary life coverage for you and your dependents.
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance through Unum, including income-protection buy-up options.
- Supplemental Aflac Plans (Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity) to help offset unexpected medical costs.
- MetLife Pet Insurance available with preventive care options for your furry family members.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 24/7 confidential counseling, legal, and financial resources.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays each year.
- Retirement Savings Plan (403b) with employer match eligibility.
- Opportunities for growth, training, and career development within one of the nation’s largest and most trusted nonprofits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
