Associate District Manager Trainee

Job Summary

NAPA’s Associate District Manager Trainee program is a 12-month training program that enables trainees to gain experience in NAPA Retail, Sales, and Supply Chain with emphasis in multi-unit retail management.

The program focuses on applying critical thinking to business processes and common challenges, sharpening project management skills and developing business acumen.

Graduates from the program move into area management roles following the 12-month program. Associate District Manager trainees connect with peers across the country participating in monthly, instructor-led virtual training while also leading projects with support from our Retail, Sales, and Headquarters leaders.

The program is self-managed following a comprehensive list of business processes, experiences, and online training completed during the program.

Each trainee is assigned a Coach who guides and mentors throughout the 12-month program to ensure the trainee experiences all critical aspects of the business.

Program Requirements

• Complete all required training including eLearning, on-the-job, and instructor-led training.
• Lead projects using project management methodology / strategies.
• Meet expectations on all quarterly performance reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field or 4 years of retail management experience in lieu of degree.
• Four to five years of professional experience
• Knowledge and aptitude for using and interpreting financial reports and data.
• Proven ability to problem-solve and execute changes that increase efficiencies and improve customer experience.
• Must be able to relocate upon completion of program.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adjust communication and messaging to audiences at all levels.
• Good interpersonal skills with ability to build strong, productive relationships.
• Self-starter with exceptional organization and time management skills.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Able to quickly adapt and navigate ambiguity while still driving results.
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Leadership

• Embodies the following values : serve, perform, influence, respect, innovate, team.
• Effectively communicates by motivating and inspiring others through clear and proactive communication.
• Delivers results and drives customer success by committing and focusing on outcomes to deliver results and making the customer the center of decisions.
• Makes balanced decisions and thinks strategically by being a forward thinker.

Physical Demands / Working Environment

• Lifting and Carrying : Ability to lift and carry objects of varying weights, typically 25 to 50 pounds or more, depending on the job duties.
• Standing and Walking : Willingness and ability to stand and walk for extended periods, often for the duration of a shift.

Employees may be required to move around the facility to pick orders, stock shelves, or perform other tasks.

Bending and Stooping : Capacity to bend, stoop, squat, and reach to retrieve items from shelves, bins, or storage racks.

Employees may need to access items throughout the warehouse at various heights and angles.

• Climbing : Can climb ladders or stairs to access elevated storage areas or perform maintenance tasks. The Warehouse environment will require employees to work at heights to include open floor mezzanines and follow safety protocols for ladder use.
• Safety Awareness : Commitment to following safety protocols and guidelines to prevent workplace accidents and injuries.

Employees should be vigilant about potential hazards in the environment and take appropriate precautions to ensure their safety and the safety of others.

• Salary $72,500 per year
30+ days ago