ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER TRAINEE

If you have a passion for plants, animals and agriculture, we want to hear from you! Blue Seal Farm & Home a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE™ family of companies has an exciting opportunity to join their team as an Assistant Manager Trainee at our Litchfield, CT store!

This position is a full-time, salaried with overtime eligible role that offers an exceptional benefits package and a store discount ! This role will learn and work in all store functions including facilities maintenance, personnel management, sales, inventory control, merchandising, accounting, and customer service. The successful candidate will be eligible for a promotion to Assistant Store Manager following a 6-month training program.

• This position is designed and intended to be performed in Litchfield, CT.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervisory responsibilities such as scheduling, run the store in the absence of the Store Manager, and ensure that all employees are following Company policies, procedures, personnel and safety rules.
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping and maintenance throughout the store, warehouse, pole buildings, equipment, vehicles, and grounds.
• Keep facilities secure making sure all security and safety systems are in order.
• Coordinate displays to coincide with advertising for sales efficiency taking into consideration season products and traffic.
• Shop competitors for price structuring, and test market new products.
• Place order for product according to Company policies and procedures using appropriate forms.
• Maintain inventories at desired levels for maximum turnover and profitability.
• Supervise the taking of monthly feed and recurring non-feed cycle counts.
• Maintain security over daily cash and bank deposits and prepare the preparation of the daily cash report.

EDUCATION

• Associate's degree in Business Administration or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 or more years of experience in a retail management preferred.
• Working knowledge or desire to learn areas such as lawn and garden, agriculture and animals (pets and livestock).
• Demonstrated customer service skills and ability to multitask.
• Experienced with handling cash and credit card receipts.