Manager in Training

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Summary

Manager-in-Training (MIT) team members are essential to Cheers Wine & Liquor future success, as they participate in a developmental program that prepares them to be the store leaders of tomorrow.

In this hands-on role, MITs develop the skills needed to ensure their store, and future assigned store, operates effectively and within Cheers guidelines, while working closely with their Team Leader to maximize successful store operations.

The MIT developmental program has a target completion of 6 months to achieve competency for next-step positions as Assistant or Store Leader.

Responsibilities

• Complete all training required in the program, with a target goal of 6 months or less.
• Follow provided Training Timelines and Competency Checklists to ensure progression towards program completion.
• Attend all required LIT meetings and training sessions.
• Actively work in assigned store per store schedule.
• Travel to other stores for on-site work as planned by District Manager or LIT Program Manager.
• Complete all assigned 30-day competency assessments.
• Identify opportunities to grow sales and improve store operations.
• Working with the store team, help ensure store merchandising consistently meets operational and visual standards.
• Ensure standards of service are met by greeting and providing excellent service to all guests.
• Develop skills needed for successful operations of inventory control, replenishment, and merchandising.
• Develop product knowledge in wine, spirits, cigars and other Cheers products.
• Actively participate in Cheers culture where learning and sharing Cheers Wines and Liquor product knowledge with all guests and team is a priority.
• Develop knowledge of and perform typical management tasks including but not limited to opening / closing the store, cash control reconciliation, receiving shipments, etc.
• Develop knowledge of and perform all typical supervisory responsibilities including but not limited to; delegating tasks and assignments, scheduling, leading the hiring and training of new and existing staff, performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Participate in all mandatory company-sponsored classes, including online training, attend off-site or phone / Zoom meetings as required.
• Assist with resets, remodels, new store openings, and wine tastings at other stores.
• Work with LIT manager for issues, needs, questions or concerns.
• Develop knowledge of who to contact in Team Member Services, Warehouse, and the SSC for ongoing needs and questions.
• Participate in regular team meetings with store staff; help to communicate policies, changes, and procedures.
• Work closely with DM and communicate all opportunities, needs, and store status.
• Communicate regularly with LIT Program Manager regarding program progress and steps to completion.
• Help to ensure store cleanliness and safety following company protocols and guidelines.
• Help to ensure truck unloads are scheduled and completed weekly.
• Demonstrate Cheers Core Values with our guests and team members every day.
• Resolve any guest complaints within 24 hours.
• Make sound business decisions; ask for help when needed.
• Provide regular updates with ongoing, open communication to DM regarding store performance, team, and any store opportunities or needs.
• Upon program completion, apply to “next-step” open positions of Assistant Team Leader or Team Leader to continue career progression, upon approval of leadership.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by DM or LIT program manager.

Job Requirements -  Minimum Experience, Skills, and Education

Physical Requirements -  With or Without Accommodations

Work Environment

Our Mission is : “We make everyday celebrations better while enriching the lives of team members and by contributing to organizations that benefit families in the communities we serve.”

Come join this family-owned, growth-oriented organization today!

Equal employment opportunity

Cheers is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination.

We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and we make all employment decisions without regard to race, ethnicity, color, age, sex, gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, creed, marital status, pregnancy, national origin / ancestry, citizenship, physical / mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law (“protected status”).

Cheers is an alcohol-free, drug-free workplace.