Manager In Training

Goodwill Industries of Michiana - Northwest

Manager In Training

Gary, IN
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    To learn all aspects of the Store Manager position by managing the daily operations of a fast-paced retail store, ensuring smooth and efficient processes across all areas, including customer service, inventory management, and sales. The role is focused on creating a positive and welcoming shopping experience for customers while maintaining a productive work environment for staff. This position reports to the District Manager, who evaluates performance annually. In addition, know and understand the Goodwill Mission: “Empower people to achieve their most abundant life”. Embodies our Company Core Values of: Relentless Pursuit of Excellence, Customer-First Mindset, Humble Confidence, Passion for Mission, and Do The Right Thing. Responsibilities: • Recruit, train, and manage staff while ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures, holding team members accountable for performance and conduct. • Oversee and manage all operational processes within the store, ensuring smooth day-to-day activities and efficient workflow across all departments. • Communicate effectively with the District Manager regarding any operational issues or challenges and collaborate on developing and executing corrective action plans to address identified problems. • Supervise and manage stock procedures. • Perform daily administrative and clerical tasks. • Maintain the safety and security of the premises and merchandise by deterring theft, conducting emergency drills, ensuring a safe environment, and filling in for other store employees as required to cover scheduling gaps. Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent, or the ability to obtain one through The Excel Center. • Minimum of two years of supervisory experience. • Strong leadership, supervisory, and team management skills with the ability to motivate staff and hold them accountable. • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for interacting with staff, customers, and management. • Solid understanding of sales, budgeting, financial reporting, and inventory management to ensure store profitability. • Proficiency with point-of-sale systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and retail software. • Ability to resolve customer issues professionally and maintain excellent customer service standards. • Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and organizational skills to manage operations efficiently in a fast-paced environment. • Knowledge of product merchandising techniques and commitment to creating a positive, inclusive store atmosphere. • Background check and drug screen. • Must have reliable transportation, a current driver's license, and provide proof of insurance to travel to different job sites. • Authorized to work in the United States. • Flexible availability, including nights and weekends. • Able to frequently bend, twist, reach above shoulder level, push and pull, crouch or stoop, kneel, repetitively use feet, and use head and neck in a twisting or static motion, and to look up and/or down, and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. • Ability to effectively and safely use standard office and light industrial equipment. Compensation: $47,300 yearly

    • Recruit, train, and manage staff while ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures, holding team members accountable for performance and conduct. • Oversee and manage all operational processes within the store, ensuring smooth day-to-day activities and efficient workflow across all departments. • Communicate effectively with the District Manager regarding any operational issues or challenges and collaborate on developing and executing corrective action plans to address identified problems. • Supervise and manage stock procedures. • Perform daily administrative and clerical tasks. • Maintain the safety and security of the premises and merchandise by deterring theft, conducting emergency drills, ensuring a safe environment, and filling in for other store employees as required to cover scheduling gaps. • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

  • Compensation
    $47,300 per year