District Manager in Training (DMIT)

District Manager in Training (DMIT)

Hickory, NC (Valley Hills Mall)

Journeys is a teen retail leader with an emphasis on footwear and unique specialty items including apparel, backpacks, hats and accessories. With more than 800 stores in all 50 US states, Puerto Rico and Canada, Journeys offers the most popular brands that cater to the teen lifestyle. Through strategic artistic partnerships, event sponsorships, exclusive content, creative collaborations with musicians, and a focus on giving back to the community through charitable events and volunteer programs— Journeys has become more than just a retailer, but a universal part of teen and youth culture. The in-store Journeys experience features an energetic environment, friendly, passionate staff, and an inclusive atmosphere where self-expression is not just accepted – but encouraged and embraced. Journeys is an attitude you can wear.

Journeys is always looking for great people to join our team!

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We celebrate and reward success!

Rapid promotion opportunities for top performers - we promote from within

We are a family with an Attitude That Cares

We encourage you to embrace your individuality

You get to work in a fun environment with the coolest people around

We conduct business with integrity and passion

Excellent benefits and employee discount

Compensation includes base pay, sales commission, and bonus potential*

To assist District Sales Manager in supervising retail store locations in assigned district, while developing necessary skill sets to perform the job functions required as a DSM.

Achieve district sales goals and profitability targets while maintaining home store performance

Support the DSM in evaluating people, performance, developing action plans to improve sales, and measuring results

Assist in staffing stores within the district

Assist in managing Loss Prevention practices within the district

Direct store operations and provide feedback, coaching, and accountability to all employees by enforcing all company policies and practices

Ensure that all company initiatives are properly implemented and to the standard of the company direction

Recruit, interview, and hire store management candidates as per Regional/DSM instructions

Train, develop, and promote store employees within the district

Regularly conduct store visits as per Regional/DSM instructions

Maintain regular communication with District Sales Manager, Regional, and corporate office staff

Prior retail district training management experience required

1–2 years retail sales experience

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Home store meets the Grand Open Ready criteria

Valid state motor vehicle operator's license

Willingness to travel extensively within district

Proven ability to increase sales and profitability

Proven ability to recruit, train, and develop high-caliber teams

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, fluid environment

Completion of all training programs leading up to District Manager in Training position or equivalent training/Multi-Store Supervisor experience

Ability to work night and weekend shifts

Ability to climb, reach, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds

Stand for long periods of time

Must be at least 18 years of age*

*Age requirements for full-time employment may vary based on state

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*The pay rate, commission, and bonus structure varies per job title, county, city, state or province. Benefits offered may include medical, vision, and dental insurance, a vacation package, and community service hours but may also vary by state, province, or territory. For clarification, refer to

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