Store Manager in Training

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Store Managers-in-Training (SMiT) are aspiring leaders focused on obtaining the skills needed to guide team members and ensure the operation's success by implementing strategies and adhering to best practices. Collaborating with the Store Manager, they will learn to oversee the store and foster a culture of high performance and engagement. They will become adept at managing daily operations through a team approach, aiming to achieve their store's business objectives.

By working closely with the Store Manager, they will develop a methodical approach to operations, consistently determining which strategies to employ to drive results. To maintain customer focus and boost sales, they will learn to cultivate an engaging environment and deliver outstanding customer experience. Store Managers-in-Training are responsible for holding team members accountable and consistently meeting customer expectations. They need to prepare for the future by identifying, developing, and retaining talented teams that include Technicians and Repair Specialists.

Success in this role requires being an effective communicator, a strong team builder, and a good collaborator. They must carry out the company's best practices and processes and be flexible and adaptable as Safelite's business model evolves.

• Partner with the Store Manager on the full cycle of talent fundamentals, including hiring, onboarding, coaching, training, development, performance management, termination, culture and engagement of their team.
• Identify the capabilities needed to meet the current needs of the store in partnership with Store Manager.
• Evaluate current capabilities, identify gaps, and prioritize assignments for Repair Specialists and Technicians.
• Provide regular coaching and development that focuses on recalibrations, productivity, quality, NPS and VAPs.
• Create a rewarding and positive work environment that encourages the retention of associates. Identify and address any barriers to retention, including managing associate work-related concerns.

• Support the execution of annual plans for a store by partnering with the Store Manager, delegating through the team and ensuring alignment with the district direction.
• Quantify business outcomes (i.e. revenue, NPS, job completion rate, time to serve, wiper sales, quality, profitability, COE, associate retention and engagement).

• Responsible for all aspects of the store operations and management, including but not limited to safety, facility management, inventory management, timecard management/records and process/policy compliance.

• Build a culture that prioritizes driving a great, memorable, and easy customer experience.
• Monitor and address all customer service metrics (e.g., NPS).
• Identify and remove barriers and obstacles where necessary.

• Work across organizational boundaries to achieve results, frequently collaborating with critical colleagues such as the store managers, warehouse managers, dispatchers, and field service representatives.

• Implement best practices from the playbook in their store and hold others accountable to do the same.
• Address challenges and remove obstacles to best practices.
• Performs repairs and recalibrations, if necessary, to meet customer demand.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent practical experience Preferred

• 4-6 years leadership and supervision experience, preferred

• Ability and willingness to work at multiple locations within a district
• Ability to travel up to 70%
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, web applications and general office…