Manager In Training (Part-Time)

Hibbett•Amarillo, TX

1d•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 and supports the methods and approaches used to accomplish store goals and initiatives. The Manager in Training upholds company policies, procedures, visual standards, sales promotions, and customer-service expectations, serving as an ambassador for Hibbett I City Gear and helping acquire and retain customers. In the Store Manager’s absence, the Manager in Training assumes supervisory control of the store and performs responsibilities for which they have been trained. The position supports sales, restocking, merchandising, ordering, scheduling, inventory awareness, and profitability across departments. It also includes directing staff, providing guidance to employees and customers, maintaining customer-service standards, performing administrative duties, and protecting company assets and financial information through effective internal controls.

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 keep up with 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 to establish action plans for selling, restocking, merchandising, ordering, scheduling, and other 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 and provide attentive service to customers, including during peak periods.
Promote and sell the company’s services and merchandise.
Follow company policies, procedures, and standards in the operations, personnel, visual, and customer-service manuals and company communications.
Protect company assets and financial information by ensuring effective internal controls and reporting potential fraud risks to management or appropriate officials.
Perform general administrative duties and train in the Store Manager’s responsibilities.
In the Store Manager’s absence, supervise employees; responsibilities may include interviewing and training employees, planning and assigning work, directing work, and resolving problems.