Sales Trainee
UFP IndustriesSalary not specified
Full Time
Internship, Entry Level & New Grad
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
RetailIndustries
Requirements
- Ability to lead and develop teams through teaching, training, active listening, touring stores, providing feedback, and TourtoTeach methods
- Skills in communicating and collaborating with all levels of associates on store operations, technology, business initiatives, merchandising, and company direction
- Capability to introduce and lead company change efforts, provide clear expectations, guidance for business solutions, and communicate business objectives
- Proficiency in modeling and demonstrating exceptional customer service standards using the One Best Way (OBW) service model
- Experience managing customer service initiatives, resolving customer needs/complaints/issues, developing action plans, and providing process improvement leadership
- Knowledge of reviewing/evaluating P&L statements, budgeting, forecasting, controlling expenses, merchandise presentation, inventory flow, operational processes, and mitigating shrink
- Supervisory skills including hiring, training, mentoring associates, assigning duties, setting expectations, providing recognition, and promoting a belonging mindset
- Ability to recruit and develop qualified associates to meet staffing needs and company growth
- Competence in coordinating/overseeing job-related activities, developing stakeholder relationships, supporting plans/initiatives, setting goals, measuring progress, and promoting continuous learning
- Understanding of company policies, procedures, mission, values, ethics, integrity, Open Door Policy, and Walmart values (e.g., Respect the Individual, Act with Integrity)
- Commitment to building high-performing teams, embracing differences, fostering belonging, working collaboratively, attracting/retaining talent, maintaining integrity/ethics/compliance, and supporting regenerative goals
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop teams by teaching, training, listening to associates, touring stores, providing feedback, TourtoTeach, communicating/collaborating on operations/technology/merchandising, leading change efforts, setting expectations, and communicating objectives
- Model exceptional customer service, manage/support initiatives (e.g., store of the community, outreach), resolve customer issues, develop/implement action plans, and lead process improvements for high-quality experiences
- Drive financial performance/sales by reviewing P&L, managing budgeting/forecasting/expenses, ensuring merchandise presentation/inventory/operations, and implementing plans to achieve sales/profit goals and mitigate shrink
- Provide supervision/development for hourly associates via hiring, training, mentoring, assigning duties, setting expectations, recognition, promoting belonging, and recruiting for staffing/growth
- Coordinate/oversee job activities by maintaining stakeholder relationships, supporting plans/initiatives, identifying/communicating goals, building accountability, measuring progress, addressing improvements, and promoting adaptability/learning
- Ensure compliance with policies/procedures, support mission/values/ethics/integrity via action plans, Open Door Policy, and guidance on business processes
- Build high-performing teams, embrace differences, create belonging culture, provide thriving opportunities, work collaboratively, build relationships, communicate positively, attract/retain/develop talent, recognize contributions
- Maintain/promote integrity/ethics/compliance, model Walmart values, hold accountable, support regenerative goals (e.g., positive impact, belonging, waste elimination, local giving), act selflessly
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
Is this a full-time position?
Yes, this is a full-time employment position.
What is the work location or remote policy for this role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What key skills are needed for the Coach/Ops Mgr Trainee role?
Key skills include leading and developing teams, driving financial performance through P&L management and sales goals, providing exceptional customer service, and ensuring compliance with company policies.
What is the company culture like for this position?
The culture emphasizes building high-performing teams, embracing differences, promoting a belonging mindset, respecting the individual, and supporting company values of ethics and integrity.
What makes a strong candidate for this trainee role?
Strong candidates excel in team leadership, associate development through hiring, training, and mentoring, customer service, financial management, and fostering an inclusive workplace.
Walmart
Global retail chain offering affordable products
About Walmart
Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.
Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans
Risks
Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.
Differentiation
Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.
Upsides
Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.
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