Store Manager in Training

Overview

GNC's Store Manager in Training (SMIT) position is a development-focused role crafted to prepare an individual to manage their own store. Under the leadership of a Store Manager or District Manager, this hands-on program will teach you the skills and knowledge needed to successfully operate your own store, drive for results, and develop and lead your team.

We are seeking a dynamic individual who embodies GNC's "Live Well" philosophy—living strong, living long, and living fit. As a SMIT, you are part of a team that is passionate about helping everyone win and offering tailored and innovative solutions to customers.

What You'll Do

This is a Full-Time Hourly Supervisory Position. As a SMIT, we are invested in your growth and expect you to be as well. The SMIT role is a fast track to management, providing work assignments and training opportunities to prepare you for promotion from a SMIT to a Store Manager. You will learn and be expected to lead, coach, and support your team to provide exceptional service and guidance to our customers. Alongside a Store Manager or District Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of the store, including business performance, product management, and ensuring your team has the tools to succeed. You will support your store as a management team member and lead in a manner that is consistent with GNC values and policies. In this role, you\'ll represent the GNC brand by offering expert product knowledge and promoting our "Live Well" message to customers.

• Responsible for actively engaging with your leader in training initiatives, projects, and goals to support you on your path to promotion during the program.
• Responsible for supporting the total shopping experience, including visual and operational elements, current sales initiatives, and the customer relationship that leads to sales and repeat business (MYGNC Rewards).
• Ability to achieve and exceed personal sales and productivity goals, while helping sales associates realize their sales potential.
• Ability to build strong teams, demonstrate leadership and managerial skills, such as giving feedback to store associates regarding work performance, recruiting, hiring, and performance management.
• Opening, closing and operating the retail facility, including cash handling, inventory count and deposits according to GNC procedures.
• Attending community events to promote the organization's mission and initiatives.

Selection for the SMIT position does not guarantee promotion into a Store Manager position. At the end of 90 days, your performance will be assessed to determine eligibility for promotion, considering factors such as performance, availability of openings, and willingness to accept a promotion at any location in the designated market.

Environmental Factors & Working Schedule

SMITs are expected to work five (5) days / forty (40) hours per week and adhere to guidelines below :

Benefits & Compensation

Base pay range : $18.00 / hr - $21.00 / hr. This range is provided by GNC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Benefits Offerings

Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Paid Company Life Insurance, 401K program with company match, 30% employee merchandise discount on GNC products and 20% discount on 3rd party products, Monthly Free Product Offers, and access to the Employee Assistance Program.

Compensation Benefits

Opportunity to earn additional income through GNC's Individual Sales Incentive Plan, paid time off : 11 vacation days (accrued annually), 5 sick days (40 hours per year), 8 holidays (6 floating holidays, 2 observed holidays), 8-week paid maternity leave / 2-week paid paternity leave, 30% employee merchandise discount on GNC products and 20% employee discount on 3rd party products.

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