Management Trainee Program at Buckle

SummaryThe Management Trainee positions primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests. Additionally Management Trainees perform a variety of sales merchandising and operational tasks assigned by store management (e.g. cashiering merchandise display and pulls register procedures and routine cleaning of facilities). Work directly with Store Manager to develop sales recruiting and leadership skills in order to become a Store Manager. The Management Trainee will also share responsibility for training and motivating Teammates and act as the Store Manager in their absence.Essential Duties and Responsibilities This description intends to describe the general nature and level of work performed by Teammates assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties responsibilities and qualifications. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Sales Generation and Guest ServiceGreet Guests with a friendly engaging attitude and is consistently prepared to provide legendary service to each Guest Answer questions regarding the store and its merchandiseRecommend select and help locate or obtain merchandise based on Guest needs and desiresAnticipate and fulfill Guests needs by suggesting additional items and creating a wardrobing experienceDemonstrate product utilizing product knowledge and sales education consistently sharing that knowledge and education with TeamMaintain and share knowledge of current sales and promotions policies regarding payment and exchanges and security practicesRemain consistent on personal sales as well as looking for opportunities to impact Teammates presentations with the Sales Presentation Guide (SPG) Achieve personal sales-per-hour average sales and total net sales goals set by Store ManagementFill out and effectively use the Sales Presentation Guide (SPG) daily to accomplish goalsMeets or above performance standards in all Buckle business builders and guest loyalty including fit appointments Buckle credit card and guest connect.Maintain and build good Guest relationships to develop a client based businessModel encourage and demonstrate leadership in customer service and selling skillsConsistently perform leadership actions and maintain high standards whether or not the Manager is presentTeammate Recruiting Training and DevelopmentDevelop skills and assist in leading directing motivating and educating new Teammates to meet and achieve Buckles accountability shift orientation loss prevention and sales presentation standards on a daily basisMotivate Teammates to initiate and complete daily tasksAssist Store Manager with coaching and counseling Teammates in accordance with Buckle policiesActively recruit for the store and participate in interviewing with Store ManagerSupport Store Manager by setting up all interviewsVisual Merchandise ManagementDevelop skills and educate Teammates to implement evaluate and create visual displays based on Buckle guidelinesResponsible for managing product categories such as: denim shoe promotions and suppliesMaintain store standards of excellence at all timesEnsure sales floor is consistently sized and new freight is appropriately displayedOperationsAbility to work a flexible schedule which may include mornings evenings and weekends and the day of/day after Thanksgiving and Christmas based upon store and business needsSet goals and expectations to complete an extensive Management Trainee Program with weekly topics assignments and reviewsReview completed Management Trainee assignments with District ManagerEstablish relationships and excellent communication with Area Manager District Manager and Corporate Office to assist Store Manager in effective operation of the storeAccurately and efficiently complete store opening and closing procedures according to Buckle proceduresImplement Buckle developments with the direction of the Store Manager Policies procedures organizational changes merchandise offeringsComplete register balance and bank deposits accurately daily and on timeAdhere to Loss Prevention policies and store key controls at all timesConfidence in handling returns exchanges and additional operational and Loss Prevention duties in Store Managers absenceConvey feedback to Store Manager with regard to sales and Teammate performanceMonitor and maintain adequate inventory of suppliesConsistently maintain a clean organized and shoppable store to fulfill Buckles mission statement.Communicate store repair needs to Store ManagerImmediately handle emergencies in Store Managers absence in accordance with Company guidelinesProvide feedback to Store Manager and Leadership Team regarding merchandise handling concernsCommunicate any policy violations and Teammate or Guest concerns to Store Manager District Manager and/or Human Resources in a timely confidential mannerUnderstand and apply the Buckles Code of Ethics and all Buckles policies procedures and handbooks.Supervisory and Leadership Support Store Manager by planning and leading the Team daily reviewing with Teammates and participation in Team meetingsPartner with Store Manager to ensure that all OnBoarding new hire paperwork is promptly and accurately completedPrepare to be a Store Manager by collaboratively supervising Teammates in their store location with supervision from store management. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include recruiting interviewing training reviewing delegating scheduling and leading TeammatesAct as the Store Manager in their absenceAbility to travel and cover other Stores within District based on business needsFulfill mission statement by performing job duties with a high level of customer service while contributing to a positive team spirit. Special projects and other duties as assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities.Full-time Benefits Available (after applicable waiting period):InsuranceSpending and Savings AccountsPaid Time Off401(k) Retirement PlanTeammate DiscountPerformance BonusesLeave OptionsEmployee Assistance ProgramEducation and/or Experience Bachelors degree from four-year college or university in relevant field of study preferred; or one to three months related retail experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job the Teammate is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and jump; stoop kneel crouch or crawl and talk or hear. The Teammate is occasionally required to sit. Physical ability to lift and maneuver 50 lbs throughout the store and backroom. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Work Environment While performing the duties of this job the Teammate regularly works in a retail store setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Objective QualificationsNo visa sponsorship is availableAbility to operate a motor vehicle and travel including overnight as requiredRelocation may be requiredEqual Employment Opportunity Buckle is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified Teammates from the available workforce in the communities we serve.Equal employment opportunity has been and will continue to be a fundamental principle at Buckle where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination and retaliation because of veteran status uniformed service member status race color national origin or ancestry creed religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age pregnancy (including childbirth lactation and related medical conditions) national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability genetic information (including characteristics and testing) or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable local state or federal law.For state specific information refer to the Teammate Center.#LI-OnsiteRequired Experience:Intern Key Skills Abinitio,Lifting Equipment,Customer Service,Apache Commons,Business Management Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1