Store Manager in Training
About The Position
The Manager-in-Training (MIT) is a structured, 12-week development program designed to prepare high-potential team members for promotion to Store Manager I. Training combines classroom instruction, hands-on work, and evaluated review points. New hires train for several weeks, up to approximately one month after their start date, at established Salvation Army store locations in the Kansas City metro area. Progress is reviewed at 30-, 60-, and 90-day checkpoints to assess performance goals and readiness for promotion. Upon successful completion, the employee becomes eligible for promotion to Store Manager I, responsible for day-to-day management of a store generating up to $1 million in annual sales. The position is full-time and non-exempt, with a stated pay rate of $16.75 per hour. Candidates must be willing to travel temporarily among Kansas City metro locations for training.
Requirements
- Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and communication skills.
- Positive attitude, professional integrity, and commitment to The Salvation Army mission.
- Must qualify for The Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record requirements and be able to perform bank runs.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally, and up to 100 pounds on occasion.
- Must be willing and able to train at multiple Kansas City metro locations.
Nice To Haves
- Previous retail or management experience preferred; strong internal candidates are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Learn store operations, including sales, production, and donation flow.
- Learn staff recruitment, training, supervision, and performance coaching.
- Learn cash handling, daily deposits, and budget adherence.
- Learn OSHA safety, store maintenance, and visual merchandising standards.
- Learn customer service, loss prevention, and product rotation procedures.
- Learn communication and reporting requirements with Regional Management and ARC leadership.
- Upon promotion, lead store operations to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly sales goals.
- Upon promotion, recruit, train, and develop staff while promoting a positive, mission-driven culture.
- Upon promotion, manage donation, production, and sales processes for efficiency and compliance.
- Upon promotion, oversee store appearance, safety, and customer experience standards.
- Upon promotion, maintain accurate financial reporting, including bank runs, deposits, and cash controls.
- Upon promotion, monitor expenses and inventory and protect assets from loss or waste.
- Upon promotion, foster strong communication with Regional Managers and ARC leadership.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off.
- Medical, dental, vision, and hearing coverage through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, with multiple plan options.
- Prescription coverage through Express Scripts, including mail-order options.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
- Employer-paid basic life insurance and options to purchase additional voluntary life coverage.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance, including income-protection buy-up options.
- Supplemental Aflac accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans.
- MetLife pet insurance with preventive care options.
- Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling and legal and financial resources.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Retirement savings plan (403b) with employer match eligibility.
- Paid on-the-job training and opportunities for growth, training, and career development.
- Clear promotion path and career growth into management.
- Meaningful work supporting rehabilitation programs.
- Supportive team environment grounded in faith and service.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
