Management Trainee

Job Description

About Company and Job Description

Buckle’s mission is “to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests.”

The Management Trainee position is designed to develop individuals into Store Managers.

Detailed Job Description

The Management Trainee’s primary responsibility is to fulfill the company’s mission statement. The role involves a variety of sales, merchandising, and operational tasks, including:

• Cashiering
• Merchandise display and pulls
• Register procedures
• Routine cleaning of facilities

The Management Trainee will work directly with the Store Manager to develop skills in:

• Sales
• Recruiting
• Leadership

Key Responsibilities

• Sales Generation and Guest Service:
• Greeting guests and providing exceptional service.
• Answering questions about the store and merchandise.
• Recommending and helping guests locate merchandise.
• Anticipating guest needs and creating a wardrobing experience.
• Demonstrating product knowledge and sharing it with the team.
• Maintaining knowledge of sales, promotions, and policies.
• Achieving personal sales goals.
• Building guest relationships and developing a client base.
• Modeling leadership in customer service and sales.
• Teammate Recruiting, Training, and Development:
• Developing skills to lead, motivate, and educate new Teammates.
• Motivating Teammates to complete daily tasks.
• Assisting the Store Manager with coaching and counseling.
• Actively recruiting for the store and participating in interviews.
• Supporting the Store Manager in setting up interviews.
• Visual Merchandise Management:
• Developing skills to implement and evaluate visual displays.
• Managing product categories (e.g., denim, shoes, promotions).
• Maintaining store standards of excellence.
• Ensuring the sales floor is appropriately sized and freight is displayed.
• Operations:
• Working a flexible schedule (mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays).
• Completing an extensive Management Trainee Program.
• Establishing relationships with Area and District Managers and the Corporate Office.
• Accurately completing store opening and closing procedures.
• Implementing company developments and changes.
• Completing register balances and bank deposits accurately.
• Adhering to Loss Prevention policies and store key controls.
• Handling returns, exchanges, and operational duties in the Store Manager’s absence.
• Monitoring and maintaining adequate inventory of supplies.
• Maintaining a clean and organized store.
• Communicating store repair needs.
• Handling emergencies in the Store Manager’s absence.
• Communicating policy violations and Teammate/Guest concerns.
• Understanding and applying the company’s Code of Ethics and policies.
• Supervisory and Leadership:
• Supporting the Store Manager in planning and leading the team.
• Partnering with the Store Manager to complete new hire paperwork.
• Collaboratively supervising Teammates with supervision from store management
• Act as the Store Manager in their absence
• Traveling to cover other stores within the district as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities initially, but it is designed to develop supervisory skills.

Full-time Benefits:

• Insurance
• Spending and Savings Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Teammate Discount
• Performance Bonuses
• Leave Options
• Employee Assistance Program

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (preferred) OR
• 1-3 months of related retail experience and/or training OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Physical Demands:

• Standing, walking, using hands, reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and talking/hearing.
• Ability to lift and maneuver 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required.

Work Environment:

• Retail store setting.
• Moderate noise level.

Objective Qualifications:

• No visa sponsorship available.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and travel.
• Relocation may be required.