Runnings is a highly successful, growing, and family-owned retail chain. Our organization has grown to over 82 store locations in 12 states. Based in Minnesota, Runnings is now in Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. We have outstanding retail management career opportunities available. Our Store Manager-In-Training Program is designed to offer structured training and development to enthusiastic and team-oriented candidates who are looking for a successful retail career. This training program offers strong compensation and benefits. These benefits include, Short & Long-term Disability, Dental, Life insurance, and more. Store MITs receive fast-tracked training to help them grow into responsible and rewarding retail management careers.We have multiple Store Manager-In-Training positions available at many of our Runnings locations.The Store MIT is responsible for assuring the highest level of customer service while learning to manage store operations. Successful candidates must be willing to relocate for available opportunities and be willing to work days, evenings, and rotating weekend/holiday coverage.Store MITs must be comfortable learning to operate equipment like pallet jacks, forklifts, and pickers. Managers are responsible for the safe handling and operation of all site-specific equipment. Training can be physically demanding. They may need to lift and carry heavy boxes or inventory items weighing between 10 and 50 pounds daily. Workdays may also include frequent bending, reaching, and kneeling. These movements are common when stocking shelves, setting up displays, and handling inventory. Daily activities may occur in various conditions and may require frequent movement between stockrooms, sales floors, or even outside if handling curbside orders. Runnings may assist with relocation expenses in some cases.Hourly Pay Range: $18.00-25.00 (Depending on Experience) Plus, the position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus depending upon Company, Store and employee performance.Duties & Responsibilities:
Assist in the hiring and recruiting of store employees under the direction of the Store Manager.Help resolve problems that affect the stores' service, efficiency, and productivity.Review sales and expenses to monitor store profitability and manage to a budget.Conduct safety inspections to ensure the facility complies with safety and environmental codes.Ensure safekeeping of company funds, personnel practices, security, and inventory management.Excel in customer service to assure long term customer satisfaction.Assist in employee misconduct and conflict investigation and resolution.Assist the store manager with performance evaluations and store evaluations.Place and display merchandise.Be motivated for advancement opportunities and willing to relocate.Other duties as assigned.Prior Work experience - education required includes:
- Three or more years of retail sales experience
- Some Supervisory experience is preferred but not required
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
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