MIT

Snipes • Troy, MI

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About The Position

The Manager in Training (MIT) is an entry-level store management role that fully manages store staff and operations when the Store Manager and Assistant Manager are absent. The role supports store leadership in achieving sales and profitability goals, maintaining customer service and merchandise presentation standards, and ensuring operational compliance. The position works with Store Management, Human Resources, the District Manager, and Asset Protection.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Communication and organizational skills.
• Strong drive to achieve results.
• Initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods throughout a shift.
• Ability to lift 15–30 pounds.
• Enthusiasm for the brand.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work as a team player and lead a team.
• Disciplined and self-motivated.
• Goal-oriented.
• Adaptable and flexible.
• Fast learner.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of retail experience preferred.
• A college degree is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and profitability by achieving or exceeding established store and individual goals.
• Personally demonstrate a high level of customer service.
• Assist the Store Manager and Assistant Manager in communicating operational goals and directives to help the store team meet the sales plan.
• Assist the Store Manager in monitoring and evaluating individual performance, including sales volume, hourly production, units per transaction, charge accounts, and loss prevention.
• Demonstrate leadership skills and assist the Store Manager in managing store staff as needed.
• Execute and comply with floor-set guides and promotions in a timely manner.
• Assist the Store Manager and Assistant Manager in maintaining merchandise presentation according to visual merchandising standards and the current floor set.
• Recognize, understand, and communicate customer merchandise needs, including when the store assortment meets or fails to meet those needs.
• Work with the Store Manager to ensure markdowns and transfers are completed correctly and on time.
• Assist store leadership in ensuring the sales floor and stockroom meet company cleanliness standards.
• Respond to store alarm problems as needed.

Benefits

• Generous employee discount
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Bonus plan
• Affordable health insurance
• Retirement contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED