Store Manager in Training

Description

The Leonard Store Manager in Training is a highly motivated, detail-oriented, results-driven leader with an entrepreneurial spirit. They actively drive sales while creating a great experience for our customers. They lead by example through demonstrated hands-on ability and willingness to ensure each job is always done correctly and to the customer’s satisfaction. The ideal manager grants a voice to employees and provides them respect and appreciation.

The Store Manager in Training will be assigned to specific stores within a territory and will work on location as needed to provide support when the stores require staffing reinforcement. This job is an opportunity to train on the job for a Store Manager position and will lead to a promotion opportunity when a Store Manager opening becomes available.

Who is Leonard?

Leonard is a privately-owned retailer, manufacturer, and distribution business whose product lines include storage buildings, cargo and utility trailers, truck covers, and aftermarket truck accessories. We currently serve residential, commercial and government customers throughout the five-state region of North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, and Tennessee and are growing rapidly in the South East!

At Leonard, character counts! Our entire team is focused and holds itself accountable for four basic objectives. They are:

• Significant Profit Growth
• Improved Customer Service
• Continuous Improvement

What will you be Responsible for?

• Completing store operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.
• Maintaining store staff by recruiting, selecting, and training employees.
• Maintaining store staff job results through coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
• Achieving financial objectives by effectively controlling expenses.
• Identifying current and future customer requirements by establishing rapport with potential and actual customers to understand service needs.
• Protecting employees and customers by providing a safe, clean, and well-organized stores.
• Maintaining operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures.

Travel:

This role will require local travel, as well the requirement to relocate to a new location when that opportunity becomes available.

What does Leonard Offer?

• Paid training coupled with a generous compensation plan. When we win, you win!
• A competitive benefits package that includes: health, vision, dental, life, legal, and pet insurance.
• 401K with a company match.
• Continuous training and growth opportunities to build your career with Leonard.

Requirements

What skills does the job require?

• Must PASS a background and a drug test
• Prior experience in sales, retail, vehicle accessories and inventory management
• Possess an understanding of Point of Sales systems
• Customer Service focus
• Familiar with storage sheds, trailers and aftermarket accessories for vehicles
• Strong mechanical background
• Ability to think critically and find solutions
• Capable of standing, lifting, and handling equipment weighing up to 60 pounds.
• Good driving record
• Honest, trustworthy, and dependable

What are the “Nice-to-Haves”?

• Bilingual - English/Spanish
• Strong communication skills
• Strong community awareness or involvement.
• Attention to detail
• Problem analysis and problem-solving skills
• Team oriented
• Familiarity with construction or storage sheds
• Knowledge of trailers and aftermarket automotive accessories
• Strong mechanical skills
• Experience installing vehicle accessories and a willingness to complete installations when needed.

Great Things are Happening at Leonard!

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Company to administer employment based solely on an individual’s qualifications, ability, and performance without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, political affiliation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.