Manager In Training (Part-Time)

Hibbett•Lagrange, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager in Training assists the Store Manager with overall store operations and administrative duties. The role requires knowledge of each product area or department, support in determining methods to achieve store goals, and adherence to company policies, procedures, and visual standards. The Manager in Training promotes sales and promotions and represents Hibbett | City Gear by creating a positive customer experience and helping acquire and retain customers. The position emphasizes outstanding customer service and merchandise sales. In the Store Manager’s absence, the Manager in Training assumes supervisory control of the store and is trained in the Store Manager’s responsibilities. The role also includes guiding employees and customers, monitoring inventory, sales, and expenses, maintaining department standards and customer service, and protecting company assets and financial information. The Manager in Training supervises employees when the Store Manager is absent, including interviewing and training, assigning and directing work, and resolving problems.

Requirements

Experience working in a retail environment; footwear and athletic apparel experience is preferred.
1–3 years of customer service experience.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to assist in managing a team and maintain focus on overall goals and profits.
Self-starter with initiative to take on important tasks without being asked.
Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and precisely.
Team player passionate about outstanding customer service and selling merchandise.

Nice To Haves

Retail experience in footwear and athletic apparel.

Responsibilities

Assist the Store Manager in controlling store assets.
Consult with the Store Manager on action plans for selling, restocking, merchandising, ordering, scheduling, and other departmental and store responsibilities.
Assume responsibility for the entire store in the Store Manager’s absence.
Provide knowledge and guidance to employees and customers across departments.
Monitor inventory, sales statistics, and expenses to support profitability.
Direct staff to ensure departmental responsibilities and standards are completed.
Keep the Store Manager informed about inventory movement and customer trends.
Maintain quality customer service, including assisting customers as they enter and helping multiple customers during peak periods.
Promote and sell company services and merchandise.
Perform general administrative duties and train in the Store Manager’s responsibilities.
Follow company policies, procedures, standards, manuals, and communications.
Protect company assets and financial information by ensuring effective and accurate internal controls and reporting potential fraud risks to management or appropriate officials.
Supervise employees in the Store Manager’s absence, including interviewing and training employees, planning and assigning work, directing work, and resolving problems.