Retail Store Management Trainee

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$13.00 to $25.00 per hour

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.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Supplemental, and other voluntary options (eligibility required).
• The best working hours in the business. Most stores open at 9AM and close at 6PM; many stores are closed on Sundays.
• Our Earned Wage Access program is available to all employees on the second day of employment. Employees have access to withdraw (up to) 50% of the wages earned up to seven times in a payroll cycle.
• The ability to earn unlimited commission above your hourly base rate.
• VACATION:
  Employees are granted one week of paid vacation after completing six months of active, full-time service.
• SICK/PERSONAL:
  Eligible employees are granted 8 hours (after 6 months of employment) to be used before their first anniversary and granted 16 hours each anniversary thereafter.
• Employee discounts are available to all employees on the first day of active employment.
• Tuition Reimbursement with First Cash Education (allowing UP TO $2,000 per year) is available to full-time employees who meet the minimum program requirements.
• Access to over 10,000 discounts from 1,000+ companies with First Cash Perks!
• Auto-enrollment in the First Cash 401k program after six months of employment
• Access to the First Cash Pet Insurance program

We are seeking a Store Manager Trainee with a minimum of six 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.

• 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 First Cash 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 First Cash 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.

• 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.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise others.
• Ability to work with firearms and to become firearms certified.
• 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.
• 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.