MANAGER IN TRAINING

AutoZone • Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

The Manager in Training (MIT) is a transitional role intended to prepare the employee for promotion into retail store management. Under the Store Manager’s guidance, the MIT learns leadership, customer service, and store operations through hands-on assignments and structured training. Progression to a management role may occur within 8–12 weeks, depending on prior experience and performance, but promotion is performance-based and subject to management availability. MITs are expected to demonstrate consistent progress throughout the training program, Live The Pledge, deliver WOW! Customer Service, and help AutoZone provide trusted automotive solutions.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of prior experience as a retail manager or supervisor.
• Availability for a full-time flexible schedule, including mornings, nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• Demonstrate consistent progression throughout the training program to be considered for management openings; promotion is performance-based and subject to management availability.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Strong people skills and effective communication in both Spanish and English.
• Previous experience in automotive retail or analyzing company financials, such as Profit & Loss statements.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example, Live The Pledge, deliver WOW! Customer Service, and help cultivate a high-performing, engaged store team.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with employees and customers to support store execution and performance.
• Learn to manage, analyze, and reconcile monthly Profit & Loss (P&L) statements to optimize store profitability.
• Support store operations, ensure compliance with policies, and uphold structured training processes.
• Assist with staffing, mentoring, and training employees.
• Lead customer service activities, provide outstanding experiences, and proactively resolve customer concerns.
• Oversee inventory accuracy and store merchandising, and support sales strategies to maximize success.
• Complete management skills training and learn key aspects of store operations and AutoZone culture.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Stock Purchase Plan.
• AutoZoners Living Well Program, including free mental health support.
• Opportunities for career growth.
• Paid time off for full-time AutoZoners.
• Life and short- and long-term disability insurance options for full-time AutoZoners.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards for full-time AutoZoners.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time AutoZoners.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed