MIT

Snipes • Elizabeth, NJ

5d

About The Position

The Manager in Training (MIT) is an entry-level store management role. The MIT will fully manage store staff and operations when the Store Manager and Assistant Manager are absent. The role supports store leadership in achieving sales and profitability goals, delivering customer service, maintaining merchandise presentation and operational standards, and helping manage the store team.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• At least 2 years of retail experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to respond to store alarm problems as needed.
• Communication and organizational skills.
• Strong drive to achieve results.
• Takes initiative and has problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Able to work as a team player and lead a team.
• Disciplined, self-motivated, and goal-oriented.
• Adaptable, flexible, and a fast learner.
• Able to stand for long periods throughout the shift.
• Able to lift 15–30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• College degree is a plus but not required.
• Retail experience of at least 2 years is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and profitability by achieving or exceeding established store and individual goals.
• Personally demonstrate a high level of customer service.
• Help communicate store operational goals and directives to the team to maximize contributions toward the sales plan.
• Help monitor and evaluate individual performance, including sales volume, hourly production, units per transaction (UPTs), charge accounts, and loss prevention.
• Use leadership skills to help manage store staff as needed.
• Execute and comply with floor-set guides and promotions in a timely manner.
• Help direct and maintain merchandise presentation according to visual merchandising standards and current floor sets.
• Recognize, understand, and communicate customer merchandise needs, including whether the store’s assortment meets those needs.
• Work with the Store Manager to ensure markdowns and transfers are completed correctly and promptly.
• Help ensure the store meets company cleanliness standards on the sales floor and in the stockroom.
• Respond to store alarm problems as needed.
• Manage store staff and operations when the Store Manager and Assistant Manager are absent.

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