Management Trainee Program

Summary

The Management Trainee position’s primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement, “to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests.” Additionally, Management Trainees perform a variety of sales, merchandising and operational tasks assigned by store management (e.g. cashiering, merchandise display and pulls, register procedures, and routine cleaning of facilities). Work directly with Store Manager to develop sales, recruiting and leadership skills in order to become a Store Manager.

The Management Trainee will also share responsibility for training and motivating Teammates and act as the Store Manager in their absence.

Pay range: $18-$22/hr final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job‑related reasons. For sales positions, Buckle pays a base rate plus commission on sales. The range listed is the estimated base rate plus commission for Teammates in this position.

• Health:
  Medical coverage with preventive care at 100%. 24/7 virtual care. Dental and vision insurance.
• Mental Health Resources:
  Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling, wellness coaching and self‑care tools.
• Wealth: 401(k) with company match, HSA and FSA, performance bonuses.
• Teammate Discount: 40% off Buckle products and 25% off gift cards.
• Peace of Mind:
  Basic life and AD&D insurance, supplemental disability plans.
• Leave of Absence Support:
  Paid and unpaid leave, paid parental leave, paid volunteer day.
• Other Benefits:
  Accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal services, identity theft protection, pet insurance.

• Teammate Discount: 40% off Buckle products and 25% off gift cards.
• Medical Plan Access:
  Two comprehensive medical plans with preventive care at 100% and virtual care.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Mental Health Resources via EAP.
• Paid Leave in eligible states.

• Sales Generation and Guest Service:
  Greet guests, answer questions, recommend merchandise, anticipate needs, maintain knowledge, achieve sales goals, manage SPG, embody guest loyalty.
• Teammate Recruiting, Training and Development:
  Develop and coach new teammates, motivate, coach and counsel, recruit, interview, support Store Manager with interviews.
• Visual Merchandise Management:
  Train teammates on displays, manage product categories, maintain standards, ensure freight display.
• Operations:
  Flexible schedule, complete Management Trainee Program, review assignments, communicate with corporate, perform opening/closing procedures, handle registers, enforce loss prevention, manage inventory, keep store clean.
• Supervisory and Leadership:
  Support Manager, plan and lead team, supervise new‑hire paperwork, prepare to be Store Manager, act in manager’s absence, cover other stores.

Bachelor’s degree preferred; or one to three months related retail experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Lifting up to 50 lbs, standing, walking, reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, occasional sitting.

Retail store setting with moderate noise.

• No visa sponsorship available.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and travel, including overnight.
• Relocation may be required.

Buckle is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified teammates. Employment is based on personal capabilities, no discrimination.