Retail Store Management Trainee - 2722

Retail Store Management Trainee

This role is designed for external retail assistant managers and store managers interested in "fast-tracking" into a Store Management position. This role requires a minimum of 1 year retail management experience.

Our retail sales associates can earn UP TO 8% on transactions, which could average an additional $7.23 per hour ON TOP OF YOUR HOURLY RATE.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a Store Manager Trainee with a minimum of six (6+) months of Store Management experience. A Store Manager Trainee is accountable for the day-to-day operations of the store and promoting a positive/productive environment. This position will partner with the Store Manager to lead and develop store employees, recruit and retain top talent, maximize financial goals, and manage Customer Relations / Customer Satisfaction. This position sets the tone for a customer-centric environment!

Responsibilities of a Store Management Trainee are:

• Facilitate a customer-centric environment by engaging customers in a friendly and professional manner and rapidly addressing customer issues.
• Monitor and assist in the training of Pawnbrokers so their development meets the prescribed FirstCash standards.
• Recruit top talent by sourcing candidates through company-prescribed channels.
• Opens and closes the store, including but not limited to, counting cash drawers and merchandise, and ensuring all procedures are followed to ensure the protection of assets.
• Ensures asset protection through inventory control, property safety procedures, documentation, and securing customer loans.
• Administer processes and procedures within the store, which include inventory, loan management, merchandising, store presentation, store systems, and enterprise-level reporting.
• Evaluate the store's financial statements and drive profitability through communication and goal-setting.
• Ensure that operating standards meet or exceed FirstCash standards.
• Monitor loan qualification and buying processes to ensure the value and integrity of all loans issued.
• Complete the assigned tasks and training for self-development as requested.
• Communicate clearly with employees to ensure that they understand the store's mission and profit objectives.
• Remain up-to-date on product knowledge.
• The Assistant Store Manager acts as manager on duty in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Must be willing and able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must be willing and able to perform duties and tasks for extended periods of time (in accordance with federal, state, local law) some of which include, but are not limited to, standing, stooping, walking, climbing, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise others.
• Ability to work with firearms and to become firearms certified.
• Employees may be asked to assist a customer on the exterior of the building (within our parking lots) or to retrieve products stored in exterior storage buildings or other areas.
• Minimum Age: 18 years old
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• Should be able to work in multiple locations, as business needs dictate.
• Must have the ability to work a flexible retail schedule based on business needs, including weekends and holidays.
• Store Manager Trainee will work 45+ hours a week. Hours worked are based on the needs of the business and are not guaranteed.
• Computer literate and able to operate Point-Of-Sale (POS) systems and common office machines.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Analytical skills
• Cash handling experience is required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent work ethic and strong business sense.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply!

The employee commission incentive plan is proprietary to FirstCash. Store Manager Trainee's have the potential to earn 2-8% commission, based on the gross profit of their personal performance. Applicants are provided with more details regarding the commission incentive plan during the interview process.

Note: The information contained in this description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this job or the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management has the discretion to assign/reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Duties and responsibilities may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Should you be offered and accept a position with us, the company requires all employees to agree to a binding arbitration agreement to resolve disputes.

Payrates will not be below any applicable local minimum wage requirements.

* Earned Wage Access is a service provided by NetSpend; signup to this program by the employee is required; restrictions and fees apply.

** FirstCash 401K program is available to all employees 21 years of age (or older).

***Maximum base payrate is derived from the applicant's previous experience and skill sets applicable to the specific position