Store Manager in Waiting - Kay Jewelers - Columbus and Central Ohio Area

Signet Jewelers • Grove City, OH

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About The Position

The Store Manager in Waiting role is a developmental opportunity for high-potential leaders to gain experience at a Signet retail location and learn the company culture, products, services, and Signet Selling System. The team member serves in this role for up to six months, with the goal of preparing for a leadership position. By the end of the six-month introductory period, the team member must either transition into a leadership role, potentially with little to no compensation adjustment, or move into another role aligned with their qualifications, with an appropriate compensation adjustment.

The program develops and evaluates future retail leaders through hands-on store experience. Advancement depends on demonstrated performance, leadership readiness, and business needs. Team members not selected for leadership at the end of the 180-day period will be placed at an appropriate Jewelry Consultant level based on qualifications, performance, and business needs, with any applicable compensation adjustment. The role is limited to external new hires, and candidates should understand its temporary developmental nature and possible outcomes.

Requirements

• Previous management or leadership experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to engage and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and a desire to pursue a management career with Signet.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work successfully in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences and achieving business results.
• Must be an external new hire.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in a store environment.
• Learn Signet's culture, products, services, and Signet Selling System.
• Demonstrate performance and leadership readiness for consideration for a leadership position.
• Deliver exceptional customer experiences and contribute to business results.

Benefits

• Base pay plus commission on sales.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance for full-time team members.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
• Paid holidays for full-time team members.
• Tuition reimbursement, including DCA courses based on position.
• Training and career development, including Associate Training System, Management Training System, and District Manager in Training.
• Merchandise discounts.
• Incentive trips and contests.

What This Job Offers

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