Store Manager in Training

Overview REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love of the outdoors. When you work for the co‑op, you do your best work with the support to live your best life. And you play a part in shaping the future of the outdoors, for people and our planet. The Store Manager in Training is responsible for being a leader in the regional market and in an assigned store. This role is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to become a successful Store Manager. This role will be asked to travel to multiple stores within the region for training and to provide support. The role will assist the Store Manager (or act as a Store Manager) focusing on long‑term health of the business that contributes to REI’s Member, Employee, Business, and Impact goals. This includes creating a store culture aligned with REI’s Brand and the Co‑op Way plus ensuring outstanding customer experience and employee interactions in the store. This role is designed as a pipeline to become an REI Store Manager in the future to operate a profitable business, ensure recruitment, training and development of a strong talent pipeline, plus build relationships to connect the store to their local community. Responsibilities Proactively own the learning journey in becoming “ready for role” as a Store Manager. Leverage training to demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of the Store Manager role. Partner closely with the Store Manager and Regional Director to learn, develop skills, and execute Store Manager tasks proficiently. Motivate, lead, and performance manage a team of managers and store staff to deliver REI’s Member, Employee, Business, and Impact goals. Hold the management team accountable to performance expectations and store standards; consistently evaluate performance, provide coaching, feedback, and recognition. Hold the management team accountable to hiring, onboarding, training, and development plans using REI’s established practices. Conduct quarterly review conversations and one‑on‑one meetings with all direct reports for planning, feedback, and development. Communicate clearly, concisely, and proactively to the team to provide clear direction and expectations; establish and maintain rapport internally and externally. Partner with Human Resources as needed to assist staff with benefits, accommodations, and other HR related needs. Monitor business performance, use trends to identify strengths and opportunities, and coach managers to desired behaviors in their responsibilities; identify new strategies and issues to increase store performance and maximize results. Be responsible for store profitability, financial budgeting, payroll, and operational excellence. Advocate for store needs by developing relationships with key headquarters and district support partners to meet operational objectives and customer service standards. Ensure management and store teams implement REI’s Standard Operating Procedures. Accountable for daily function and condition of store facilities; promptly act on or request repairs as needed. Manage facility‑related vendor relationships. Ensure an engaging, inclusive, and welcoming store environment for all employees and customers. Build community relationships that support business and recruiting while advocating for equitable access to space outside. Perform all other duties and tasks assigned. Qualifications Minimum 3‑5 years of successful retail management experience. Proven ability to understand and drive store profitability through service. Dynamic leadership skills with the ability to recruit, hire, train, lead, motivate, retain, and develop future leaders. Proven financial acumen including budgeting and forecasting sales, gross margin, inventory turns, expense control and net profit. Proficiency in strategic planning and analysis. Creates a welcoming, safe, mutually supportive culture of belonging where people can be themselves and do their best. Closing At REI, we believe the outdoors is for all. We are committed to becoming a fully inclusive, anti‑racist, multicultural organization. We know that there’s strength in our diversity – that each employee brings unique skills, experiences, and perspectives. Every day you are driving change, fostering a culture of respect, and knowing you’re backed by benefits that support your whole life. To work towards this commitment and fulfill our brand promise of inspiring and enabling a life outside for everyone, we seek employees who demonstrate different ways of working, create a sense of belonging, and actively listen and learn. Pay Transparency We are committed to practices that promote pay equity and transparency. As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, REI provides a range of compensation for roles that may be hired in locations under these requirements. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include a wide array of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic location or other relevant factors. Pay Range $88,080.35 – $110,100.43 per year #J-18808-Ljbffr