Store Manager Trainee

Store ManagerJob OverviewRole: Store Manager (or Retail Shop Manager)Reports to: District Manager, Area Manager, or Corporate HeadquartersJob Summary: Directs all store activities, manages the team, controls inventory, and meets financial and sales goals.Key Responsibilities1. Staff Leadership & ManagementRecruit, hire, train, and onboard new sales associates and supervisors.Build employee work schedules and manage payroll goals.Set sales targets, provide ongoing coaching, and conduct performance reviews.Foster a positive team environment and handle employee relations or disciplinary actions.2. Sales & Business PerformanceDrive sales targets and track key performance indicators (KPIs) like conversion rates and average transaction value.Plan and execute local marketing, promotional events, and visual merchandising standards.Analyze sales trends and report business metrics to upper management.3. Operations & InventoryMonitor stock levels, place inventory orders with vendors, and conduct routine stock counts.Implement loss-prevention strategies to reduce theft, waste, and stock shrinkage.Ensure the store stays clean, organized, safe, and fully compliant with local health and safety laws.4. Customer ServiceLead by example to deliver an exceptional in-store customer experience.Resolve complex customer complaints or issues professionally and quickly.Requirements & QualificationsExperience: 2 to 5 years of experience in a retail environment, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or management role.Education: High school diploma required; a bachelor's degree in business administration, Management, or a related field is preferred.Skills:Strong leadership, motivation, and interpersonal communication skills.Good understanding of basic retail math, budgeting, and profit-and-loss (P&L) tracking.Proficiency with Point-of-Sale (POS) software and inventory management tools.Physical & Schedule Demands: Ability to stand for long periods, lift moderate weights (up to 50 lbs), and work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.Full time 153 Avenue A, Bayonne, New Jersey 07002