Position Title: Manager In Training (MIT)

Reports to: Regional Manager

Company: Buddy's Home Furnishings

Status: Hourly

Position Summary

The Manager In Training is an associate that is on a direct training plan to become a General Manager. The associate is assigned to work in one or more store locations at the direction of the Regional Manager. The Manager In Training performs General Manager duties in his or her absence.

Principal Responsibilities

 Acquire and Maintain Customers

 Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local statutes

 Meeting company standards for quality, customer service and safety

 Meeting sales and revenue goals, implementing marketing and growth plans

 Provide a safe, clean environment for customers and associates

 Store Management

 Train and develop associates

 All other duties deemed necessary for effective store management

The MIT trains in the following areas to become competent

 Decipher, prepare and review financial statements and store reports

 Ensure adequate availability of merchandise at all times

 Fill out paperwork for submission to corporate support

 Follow monthly marketing plans

 Implement sales and marketing programs

 Maintain company vehicles within safe operating standards

 Managing inventory and cash assets

 Prepare daily work schedules, assign tasks, evaluate employee performance; discipline, enforce company policy and terminate when appropriate

 Recruit, hire, and train to ensure efficient operations

 Set goals and conduct weekly staff meetings

Requirements for Manager In Training

Effective organizational skills

Established selling skills

Good communication skills

Handle multiple priorities simultaneously

Learn and become proficient in POS system

Maintain professional appearance

Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in person and over the phone with employees and customers

Negotiate and resolve conflict

Plan, organize, delegate, coordinate and follow up various tasks and assignments

Recognize and solve problems

Must have proficient navigational skills with a satisfactory driving record and meet insurability requirements

Regular and consistent attendance, including nights and weekends as business dictates

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience providing the necessary skills and knowledge are acceptable. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

- Associate or Bachelor’s degree with course work in business, accounting, marketing or management.

- Two years’ experience in retail or other business emphasizing customer service, account management or merchandising.

General Physical Requirements

Position routinely requires lifting, loading, moving, and using a dolly for merchandise 50-300 pounds

Stooping, bending, pulling, climbing, reaching and grabbing as required

Must be able to traverse multiple flights of stairs while carrying furniture, appliance, and electronics

Prolonged driving and standing

Must be able to work in and outdoors in a variety of climates and weather conditions.