MIT

Snipes • Greenbelt, MD

13d

About The Position

The Manager in Training (MIT) is an entry-level management role at the store level. The MIT will fully manage the store’s staff and operations in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Manager. SNIPES is a sneaker and streetwear retailer with stores in Europe and the USA, and its work centers on youth culture and community engagement.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• At least 2 years of retail experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; a college degree is a plus but not required.
• Communication and organizational skills.
• Strong drive to achieve results.
• Initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Enthusiasm for the brand.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team player and lead a team.
• Disciplined and self-motivated.
• Goal-oriented.
• Adaptable and flexible.
• Fast learner.
• Able to stand for long periods during a shift and lift between 15 and 30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of retail experience.
• College degree.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate leadership in driving 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 with communicating operational goals and directives to maximize the store team’s contribution toward meeting 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 to assist the Store Manager in managing store staff as necessary.
• Execute and comply with floor-set guides and promotions in a timely manner.
• Assist the Store Manager and Assistant Manager in directing and maintaining 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 on time.
• Assist the Store Manager or Assistant Manager 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