Manager in Training (FT)- Bradenton/Sarasota

Goodwill Industries Manasota Inc•Bradenton, FL

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager in Training (MIT) position at Goodwill Manasota focuses on developing motivated leaders with a passion for working with people. The role involves creating a positive and fulfilling work environment with an emphasis on training and self-empowerment. MITs are expected to ensure a safe workplace, uphold Goodwill's Core Values and Guiding Principles, and provide world-class customer service. Key responsibilities include hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating team members, managing store operations within budget, ensuring proper handling of donations, scheduling labor, maintaining store image and security, and managing various reports and administrative tasks. The position also requires maintaining compliance with CARF standards and staying informed about industry trends.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of management/supervisory experience in a business (retail) setting preferred.
Associate’s Degree in business or related field preferred.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computer skills.
MITs are required to be available for opening the store a minimum of two times per week, with a mandatory obligation to open at least once per week.
MITs must be available to close the store at least twice per week, with a requirement to do so at least once per week.
MITs are expected to approve payroll each payroll Monday, and work a minimum of two Saturdays per month
Must have a reliable means of transportation

Responsibilities

Ensures and provides open and honest communication that encourages that all team members do not place themselves, donors or customers in harm’s way
Communicates and supports Goodwill’s drug-free workplace, strives for and maintains a positive work environment following Goodwill’s Core Values and Guiding Principles
Understands represents Goodwill’s zero tolerance for harassment, substance abuse, workplace violence, failure to report medical incidents (work or non-work related), and theft or other related offenses
Ensures 100% world-class customer service.
Hires, trains, develops, supervises, and evaluates team members within the framework of Goodwill policies and procedures and job descriptions.
Develops, trains, and supervises Assistant Team Leaders (ATLs), GGC Key Holders and Front-End Key Holders, ensuring they are able to perform any of the duties and responsibilities outlined in their position description on a regular or intermittent basis with the goal of preparing then for future advancement.
Operates the GGC within budgeted expense to revenue ratios and donor value.
Ensures good stewardship of all donations, through proper handling and processing of incoming donation flow in and out of the GGC in accordance with Goodwill policies and procedures.
Schedules/maintains labor and payroll in accordance with Goodwill policies and procedures.
Responsible for image, maintenance, loss prevention, safety, and security of the GGC in accordance with GIMI policies and procedures.
Responsible for ordering and maintaining supplies and all other Goodwill property in a secure manner in accordance with established budget and practices.
Responsible for: Cash handling, Monthly Safety Site Inspection, Incident/Accident reports, Petty Cash and Expense Reports, Purchase and supply orders, Daily/Monthly/Quarterly Reports and analysis, Team Meeting Minutes, New Goods Inventory, Weekly Scheduler with two weeks scheduled for all team members, WESA Reports completed in an accurate and timely manner, Work requests (Facility Maintenance and Information Support).
Maintains compliance with Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facility (CARF) standards.
Keeps informed of product knowledge, industry trends, and competitive pricing through comparative shopping of competitors (e.g., full or discount retail, consignment, and second-hand thrift.)
Performs assigned duties within the framework of our Guiding Principles and Core Values.
Attends in-service and related training as assigned by Operations Leadership.
May be asked to participate in activities outside of Goodwill.
Performs other duties as assigned by Operations Leadership.