Manager In Training; Part Time

Job Title:

Manager in Training

Location:

Florence, South Carolina (Magnolia Mall)

Department:
Operations

Hourly: $10.35

Reports To:

Store Manager

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

The Manager in Training is responsible for assisting the Store Manager regarding overall operations and administrative duties. The Manager in Training is knowledgeable in each product area or department in our store, assists in determining the methods and approaches necessary to accomplish the store’s goals and initiatives, upholds policies, procedures and standards listed in the visual manual, and fully promotes each sale and/or promotion.

They serve as an ambassador of Hibbett I City Gear creating a unique customer experience helping to acquire and retain long‑time customers. The Manager in Training is passionate about giving outstanding customer service and promoting the merchandise in stores, and assumes supervisory control in the Store Manager’s absence and is trained in the Store Manager’s responsibilities.

• Assist the Store Manager in controlling the assets of Hibbett I City Gear.
• Consult with the Store Manager in establishing an action plan to accomplish departmental and overall store responsibilities such as selling, restocking, merchandising, ordering, and scheduling.
• Assume responsibility of the entire store in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Provide knowledge and guidance to employees and customers in all departments when necessary.
• Maintain awareness of inventory, sales statistics, and expenses to ensure profitability across departments.
• Direct staff to ensure each department’s responsibilities and standards are completed.
• Keep the Store Manager informed about inventory movement and customer trends.
• Assure quality customer service is maintained.
• Perform general administrative duties as needed and be trained in the Store Manager’s responsibilities.
• Produce and provide extraordinary customer service as highlighted in the customer service manual, including helping customers as they enter the store and assisting multiple customers during peak periods.
• Promote and sell services and merchandise provided by Hibbett I City Gear.
• Practice and uphold all Hibbett I City Gear policies, procedures, and standards as listed in the operations policy manual, personnel policy manual, visual manual, customer service manual, and memos with the company’s direction.
• Protect the company’s assets and financial information by ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of internal control procedures and informing management and/or appropriate officials of potential fraud risk.

• Supervise employees in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Interview, train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; and resolve problems.

• Experience working in a retail environment, preferably in footwear and athletic apparel.
• 1–3 years of customer service experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to assist in managing a team and keep up with overall goals and profits.
• Self‑starter with initiative to take on important tasks without being asked.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and with precision.
• Team‑player passionate about outstanding customer service and selling merchandise.