Manager in Training

Position Overview The Manager in Training (MIT) works with the store manager and store teams in achieving sales goals, driving a customer‑focused environment, managing talent and performance, and executing visual standards. The MIT participates in a training program to prepare them for a store manager position within 3–6 months. The MIT is hired with the expectation that they are relocatable to a specific new store or a group of new and existing stores. The MIT must actively participate in all training modules and activities while also fulfilling a managerial role on the team. Responsibilities Customer Obsession Drives and achieves a customer focused store environment. Creates and demonstrates fashion focused store environments by delivering product knowledge and fashion expertise to our customers through associate dress and product knowledge. Consistently demonstrates awareness for the customer in actions, priorities and decisions. Leads by example through utilizing customer service training resources. Driving Sales Manages sales goals by analyzing store performance using historical reports and adjusting plans and priorities as necessary for achievement of goals. Responsible for the performance of the store team. Manages payroll hours to support the needs of the business and sustain profitability. Assesses visual needs and directs implementation of promotional changes in order to maximize sales immediately and for the short and long‑term. Prepares schedules by assessing business needs, traffic patterns and store activity in order to maximize sales. Directs team to effectively use sales driving programs such as associate ordering system and outreach within the community. Talent Management Makes quality hiring decisions and nurtures talent through strong networks in store community. Develops successors and talent pools for all store positions. Provides current, direct, complete and actionable positive and corrective feedback to others ensuring effective accountability. Grows and develops talent using company programs such as orientation, customer service training, MBA program, etc. Accurately appraises the strengths and weaknesses of others and coaches associates appropriately. Creates and cultivates an environment that allows others to reach their full potential while also fostering a fun and rewarding working climate. Operational Execution Maintains an operationally sound store as measured through opportunity audits. Minimizes inventory loss by directing team to effectively use store security equipment, provide excellent customer service, maintain a clean and organized store and thoroughly review daily sales documentation. Ensures execution of company direction (POS, visual, HR, operations, etc.) and uses resources appropriately. Enforces and follows all maurices Policies and Procedures. Responds appropriately to policy and procedural violations and uses HR resources to follow company guidelines. Requirements High School Degree or GED required; a business or retail merchandising degree preferred. Supervisory experience required in a customer‑focused environment; experience in the fashion industry preferred. Proven track record of achieving and setting goals and executing company direction. Experience in hiring, promoting, and motivating talent. Proven ability to lead by example, make sound decisions, and demonstrate professionalism. Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills. Diligence and the ability to persevere in the face of resistance or setbacks. Must commit to a specific store location or a group of new and existing stores. Unique / Physical Requirements Work varied hours/days as business dictates. Able to reach, push, pull, stand, squat and bend for up to 8 hours or longer as necessary. Able to operate and use all equipment necessary to run the store. Able to operate a computerized register system. Able to move or handle merchandise throughout the store weighing up to 50 pounds. Location Store 2331 – Shops at Vestal-Vestal, Vestal, NY 13850 Position Type Regular/Full time Pay Range Hourly: $22.99 - $24.14 Pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. Minimum wage or the minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) will be met based on city, county and state requirements. This position is eligible for monthly incentive compensation based on store performance. Benefits Overview We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work‑life balance. Full‑time associates are eligible for a suite of benefits, including choice of three medical plans (PPO or high‑deductible with HSAs), dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity coverage, voluntary life, spouse and child life insurance, long‑term disability, basic and short‑term disability at no cost, access to a wellbeing platform, employee assistance, and an early‑access earnings program. After 6 months of employment you may be eligible for our 401(k) with a safe‑harbor match; tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment; and you may use PayActiv for early earnings. Equal Employment Opportunity The Company is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people at all levels. It is our policy in all employment decisions to ensure that all associates and potential associates are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification under applicable law. We do not discriminate in any of our employment policies and practices. All associates are expected to follow these principles in all relationships with other associates, applicants, or others with whom we do business. The Company welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates participating in all aspects of the application process. Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of the Company unless designated smoking areas have been established by a particular location in accordance with applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr