Store Management Trainee - Irvine & Plano

Store Management Trainee - Irvine, CA & Plano, TX
Salary
$28.34/hour (45-hour workweek with built-in overtime)
Approximately $70,000 in annual compensation with overtime
Eligible to earn store commission under the same commission plan as the sales team, providing significant additional earning potential
Job Summary
Our client is seeking an ambitious and driven Management Trainee to join a structured 3-year Management Development Program (MDP) designed to develop future Profit Center Managers through hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world business experience.
This role provides exposure to every aspect of the business, including sales, operations, customer service, inventory, purchasing, and leadership. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, takes initiative, and is committed to building a long-term leadership career in the wholesale distribution industry.
Job Responsibilities
Participate in a comprehensive 3-year Management Development Program focused on preparing for Profit Center leadership.
Learn and master every role within the Profit Center through hands-on training and daily mentorship.
Develop a thorough understanding of sales, operations, purchasing, inventory management, customer service, and overall business operations.
Build comprehensive product knowledge and apply it to support customers and business growth.
Represent the company in a professional and ethical manner with customers, vendors, and teammates.
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and the Profit Center team.
Meet all training milestones, performance objectives, and development timelines.
Take initiative by identifying opportunities to improve processes and contribute to business success.
Resolve problems, manage conflicts effectively, and make sound business decisions.
Demonstrate leadership by leading by example and taking on increasing levels of responsibility.
Effectively communicate, influence, and collaborate with customers, vendors, and internal teams.
Support business projects and daily operations while contributing to the overall success of the Profit Center.
Meet or exceed performance goals while preparing for future management responsibilities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Previous experience in customer service, sales, retail, management, or other leadership-focused roles.
Demonstrated leadership experience through work, education, athletics, military service, or extracurricular activities.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn, grow, and advance into leadership.
Ability to solve problems, take initiative, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Professional, ethical, and customer-focused mindset.
Comfortable working a 45-hour workweek and committed to the demands of a leadership development program.
About The Company
Our client is a well-established, employee-focused wholesale distribution company with a long history of developing successful leaders from within. Through its Management Development Program, the company invests heavily in mentorship, hands-on training, and career advancement, providing ambitious professionals with a clear path to Profit Center Management.
Employees enjoy a collaborative culture, strong earning potential through commissions, and exceptional opportunities for long-term career growth.
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