Rural King-posted 11 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Elizabethtown, KY
5,001-10,000 employees
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

The primary role of the Store Manager in Training is to develop knowledge and understanding of the day-to-day store operations, customer service, and merchandising under the supervision and direction of a Store Manager. This position requires strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and supervise associates. Also included are establishing an interactive sales approach, keen awareness of safety & loss prevention, maintenance of store cleanliness and appearance, excellent customer service, and a positive attitude. The average training period is 6 months with the expectation that the Store Manager in Training is open to relocation to another store for the promotion to Store Manager.

  • Direct the operations of the assigned store
  • Direct all store personnel to build revenue and meet sales goals
  • Ensure attractive, safe, and accurately priced merchandise displays and floor plans
  • Recruit, train, & develop personnel
  • Take a hands-on approach with directing daily goals for the Assistant Store Managers
  • Be a positive and professional 'role model' for the team
  • Lead our associates in a way that exemplifies the leadership principles taught in Thrive and reinforces Thrive skills with managers reporting to you
  • Find solutions to associate and customer questions and concerns
  • Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the building and grounds
  • Develop the product knowledge and sales techniques of the team
  • Demonstrate effective and consistent communications and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrate effective problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Become an expert with standard concepts and practices within the retail environment
  • Maximize inventory, cash control, and loss prevention techniques
  • Establish and preserve a positive work atmosphere
  • Use general office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, computer
  • Operate Telxon gun, forklift, pallet jack, ladder, and other retail equipment
  • May be required to cross train and perform other duties
  • 2+ years retail management experience
  • Be an outgoing self-starter who enjoys working with people
  • Computer knowledge in Excel and Word
  • Proficient User of computer software systems
  • Ability to interact with the team in a fast-paced environment, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient
  • Ability to multi-task and coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner
  • Ability to work independently without supervision
  • Flexibility with hours: ability to work a 50-hour workweek (10-hour shifts, 5 days per week) with varied hours, days, night, and weekends as business dictates
  • Must meet federal requirements to qualify to obtain a Federal Firearms License (FFL) and any applicable local requirements
  • Ability to access and use the in-store computer, scanning system, and wireless hand-held unit
  • Ability to participate in our online applicant and new hire onboarding process remotely
  • Ability to complete computer-based training
  • 401k with a generous 50% match up to first 10% of earnings
  • Healthcare plans to support your needs
  • Virtual doctor visits
  • Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic's Complex Care Program
  • 15% Associate Discount
  • Dave Ramsey's SmartDollar Program (no cost to you!)
  • Associate Assistance Program
  • RK Cares Associate Hardship Program
  • 24/7 Chaplaincy Services
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