Store Manager in Training - Greater Evansville, IN area

HFG Store Manager In Training

Job Description

Job Title

Store Manager In Training

Reports To

Regional Manager

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt 

Department

Grocery 

Employment Status

Full-Time

Store Manager In Training

Position Summary

The Store Manager In Training participates in a structured training program designed to prepare the individual for a future Store Manager position. Under the direction of the Store Manager and District Leadership, the Store Manager In Training learns all aspects of store operations, including customer service, merchandising, inventory control, employee supervision, financial performance, safety, and compliance.

This position provides hands-on experience in leadership, operations, and business management while developing the skills necessary to successfully manage a retail grocery store. The Store Manager In Training gradually assumes increasing responsibility and leadership duties as training milestones are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

Training & Development

• Participate in all assigned training programs and development activities.
• Learn and demonstrate proficiency in all store departments and operational functions.
• Develop knowledge of company policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Complete assigned training modules, leadership development activities, and performance evaluations.
• Seek coaching and feedback from Store Managers and District Leadership to support professional growth.
• Prepare for advancement into a Store Manager role by demonstrating leadership and operational competency.

Leadership & Team Development

• Assist the Store Manager with supervising department managers, supervisors, and store associates.
• Learn effective recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance management practices.
• Provide leadership support and direction to associates during assigned shifts.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and customer-focused service.
• Assist in communicating company goals, policies, and operational expectations to store personnel.
• Lead by example through professionalism, integrity, and positive workplace behavior.

Customer Service

• Deliver exceptional customer service and model company service standards.
• Assist in resolving customer concerns, complaints, and service issues.
• Promote a clean, organized, and welcoming shopping environment.
• Ensure associates maintain professional and courteous customer interactions.
• Support customer satisfaction initiatives and store service goals.

Store Operations

• Learn daily store operations including opening, closing, cash handling, scheduling, and reporting procedures.
• Assist with labor planning, scheduling, and productivity management.
• Monitor store conditions and support operational excellence throughout all departments.
• Learn how to analyze operational reports and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support implementation of company programs, initiatives, and operational directives.

Merchandising & Inventory Control

• Assist with ordering, receiving, stocking, pricing, rotating, and merchandising products.
• Learn inventory management processes, shrink reduction strategies, and stock control procedures.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in preventing out-of-stocks and overstocks.
• Support execution of promotional displays and merchandising programs.
• Participate in physical inventories and inventory reconciliation activities.

Financial Performance

• Learn key store financial metrics including sales, gross profit, labor, and shrink.
• Assist in monitoring department and store performance.
• Gain experience reviewing reports, budgets, forecasts, and productivity measurements.
• Support initiatives designed to improve profitability and operational efficiency.

Safety, Security & Compliance

• Follow and help enforce company safety, sanitation, health, and security standards.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Assist with incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actions when necessary.
• Learn store security procedures including cash controls, alarm systems, and loss prevention practices.
• Promote workplace safety awareness amon