Store Manager Trainee

Harbor Freight•Decatur, AL

About The Position

Store Manager Trainees learn to operate and lead within the Harbor Freight Tools environment. In partnership with Field Leadership, they manage teams to maximize financial output, improve productivity and overall performance across stores by optimizing talent, executing operations, and delivering a rewarding customer experience. They solve complex problems using good judgment and business acumen, embrace the Mission Statement and Success Drivers for the Store Manager position, and model Harbor Freight’s Core Principles. The anticipated salary range is $70,000–$97,808, depending on location, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. The position is also eligible for a monthly bonus. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k), paid time off accruing up to 200 hours per year (inclusive of PTO, floating holidays, and paid holidays), and paid sick time up to 80 hours per year unless otherwise required by law. Schedules are described as respectful and fall within operating hours of 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Responsibilities

  • Drive sales to exceed financial goals.
  • Manage payroll and control expenses.
  • Foster a results-driven store environment.
  • Successfully execute special events.
  • Prioritize workload.
  • Validate execution of standard operating procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in all operational processes.
  • Acquire high-quality talent.
  • Train and develop associates.
  • Manage performance.
  • Staff and schedule effectively.
  • Create a team atmosphere.
  • Ensure a helpful customer environment.
  • Ensure items are in stock and priced correctly.
  • Maintain a neat, clean, and organized store.
  • Ensure a consistent and appropriate level of safety in staff behavior and facility maintenance.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan enrollment for eligible associates
  • Paid time off up to 200 hours per year, inclusive of PTO, floating holidays, and paid holidays
  • Paid sick time up to 80 hours per year unless otherwise required by law
  • Monthly bonus eligibility
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