Job Description
SNIPES Manager in Training (MIT)
Full Time Hourly
We live sneakers, streetwear, and neighborhood culture! All Day! Every Day!
With more than 750 stores in Europe and the USA, SNIPES is one of the leading sneaker and streetwear retailers worldwide. Since opening its first store in Essen, Germany in 1998, SNIPES has been an integral part of street culture and is constantly growing thanks to its proximity to the community and regular openings worldwide.
At SNIPES, everything revolves around youth culture. In stores and online at snipes.com and snipesusa.com, our community finds a wide range of internationally renowned sneakers and apparel brands for the latest fits from head to toe. We dive deep into subcultures, sponsor some of the biggest hip-hop festivals, events, and sports teams throughout the world to stay close to our community and keep our deep roots in the global street culture community. Therefore, we work closely with key figures from the scene like DJ Khaled, our Chief Creative Officer. But whether it’s sponsorships or developing grassroots projects – we prioritize giving back to the community in everything we do.
SNIPES has always kept an ear to the streets to create a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. Through our community program “SNIPES serves” and its localized approach we support the needs of our communities, empower, and celebrate our dynamic culture.
Overview: The Manager in Training will fully manage the store’s staff and operations in absence of Store Manager and Assistant Manager. This is an entry level management role within the store level.
Responsibilities
Demonstrate leadership in driving sales and profitability by achieving or exceeding all established store and individual goals. Personally, demonstrate high level of customer service
Assist Store Manager/Assistant Manager with communicating the store’s operational goals and directives to maximize the store teams’ contributions towards meeting the sales plan
Assist Store Manager in monitoring and evaluating individual performance in the following areas: sales volume, hourly production, unit per transaction (UPTs), charge accounts and loss prevention
Demonstrate proper leadership skills to assist Store Manager in managing the store’s staff, as necessary
Ability to demonstrate timely execution and compliance of floor set guides and promotions
Assist Store Manager/Assistant Manager in directing and maintaining merchandise presentation according to Visual Merchandising standards and current floor set
Recognize, understand and communicate customer merchandise needs and recognize when the store’s merchandise assortment meets, and fails to meet, these needs
Work with the Store Manager to ensure markdowns and transfers are completed correctly and in a timely manner
Assist Store/Assistant Manager in ensuring store meets Company standards for cleanliness, both on the sales floor and in the stockroom
Key Partners
Store Management
Human Resources
District Manager
Asset Protection
Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age
At least 2+ years’ experience in retail preferred
High School Diploma or equivalent; college degree a plus but not required
Able to respond to store alarm problems as needed
Communication and organizational skills
Strong drive to achieve results
Takes initiative and has problem solving skills
Candidate will be required to stand for long periods of time throughout their shift.
Lifting between 15-30 pounds.
Skills & Cultural Success Factors
Enthusiasm for the brand
Strong customer service skills
Excellent communication skills
Strong problem solving skills
Team player with the ability to lead a team
Disciplined and self-motivated
Goal oriented
Adaptable and flexible
Fast learner
Benefits with SNIPES
Generous Employee Discount
Paid Holidays
PTO (Paid Time Off)
Bonus Plan
Affordable Health Insurance
Retirement Contributions
Note:
Job descriptions are used for informational purposes only, are not to be considered all-inclusive of responsibilities within a position and may change periodically with or without notice. In addition, we reserve the right to add, delete, change duties, formally or informally, verbally or in writing, at any time for any position. Job descriptions do not alter the at-will policy of the Company, meaning that the employee or employer can terminate employment at any time, for any reason, with or without cause.
Snipes USA and all its subsidiary Companies are equal opportunity employers. We will not discriminate or make hiring decisions based on race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, political affiliation, ****** orientation, or any other criteria that would violate any Federal or State laws.
Behaviors
Preferred
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Preferred
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Full Time Hourly
We live sneakers, streetwear, and neighborhood culture! All Day! Every Day!
With more than 750 stores in Europe and the USA, SNIPES is one of the leading sneaker and streetwear retailers worldwide. Since opening its first store in Essen, Germany in 1998, SNIPES has been an integral part of street culture and is constantly growing thanks to its proximity to the community and regular openings worldwide.
At SNIPES, everything revolves around youth culture. In stores and online at snipes.com and snipesusa.com, our community finds a wide range of internationally renowned sneakers and apparel brands for the latest fits from head to toe. We dive deep into subcultures, sponsor some of the biggest hip-hop festivals, events, and sports teams throughout the world to stay close to our community and keep our deep roots in the global street culture community. Therefore, we work closely with key figures from the scene like DJ Khaled, our Chief Creative Officer. But whether it’s sponsorships or developing grassroots projects – we prioritize giving back to the community in everything we do.
SNIPES has always kept an ear to the streets to create a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. Through our community program “SNIPES serves” and its localized approach we support the needs of our communities, empower, and celebrate our dynamic culture.
Overview: The Manager in Training will fully manage the store’s staff and operations in absence of Store Manager and Assistant Manager. This is an entry level management role within the store level.
Responsibilities
Demonstrate leadership in driving sales and profitability by achieving or exceeding all established store and individual goals. Personally, demonstrate high level of customer service
Assist Store Manager/Assistant Manager with communicating the store’s operational goals and directives to maximize the store teams’ contributions towards meeting the sales plan
Assist Store Manager in monitoring and evaluating individual performance in the following areas: sales volume, hourly production, unit per transaction (UPTs), charge accounts and loss prevention
Demonstrate proper leadership skills to assist Store Manager in managing the store’s staff, as necessary
Ability to demonstrate timely execution and compliance of floor set guides and promotions
Assist Store Manager/Assistant Manager in directing and maintaining merchandise presentation according to Visual Merchandising standards and current floor set
Recognize, understand and communicate customer merchandise needs and recognize when the store’s merchandise assortment meets, and fails to meet, these needs
Work with the Store Manager to ensure markdowns and transfers are completed correctly and in a timely manner
Assist Store/Assistant Manager in ensuring store meets Company standards for cleanliness, both on the sales floor and in the stockroom
Key Partners
Store Management
Human Resources
District Manager
Asset Protection
Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age
At least 2+ years’ experience in retail preferred
High School Diploma or equivalent; college degree a plus but not required
Able to respond to store alarm problems as needed
Communication and organizational skills
Strong drive to achieve results
Takes initiative and has problem solving skills
Candidate will be required to stand for long periods of time throughout their shift.
Lifting between 15-30 pounds.
Skills & Cultural Success Factors
Enthusiasm for the brand
Strong customer service skills
Excellent communication skills
Strong problem solving skills
Team player with the ability to lead a team
Disciplined and self-motivated
Goal oriented
Adaptable and flexible
Fast learner
Benefits with SNIPES
Generous Employee Discount
Paid Holidays
PTO (Paid Time Off)
Bonus Plan
Affordable Health Insurance
Retirement Contributions
Note:
Job descriptions are used for informational purposes only, are not to be considered all-inclusive of responsibilities within a position and may change periodically with or without notice. In addition, we reserve the right to add, delete, change duties, formally or informally, verbally or in writing, at any time for any position. Job descriptions do not alter the at-will policy of the Company, meaning that the employee or employer can terminate employment at any time, for any reason, with or without cause.
Snipes USA and all its subsidiary Companies are equal opportunity employers. We will not discriminate or make hiring decisions based on race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, political affiliation, ****** orientation, or any other criteria that would violate any Federal or State laws.
Behaviors
Preferred
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Preferred
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The MIT position is now open for candidates interested in the Back Office Jobs sector. This role in Atlanta offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Back Office Jobs is a plus.
