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Sales Associate Manager Trainee Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Star Nursery

Manager Trainee

Lake Havasu City, AZ · On-site

Management Trainee Positions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Depending on level of management trainee role ... Work with the sales, inventory managers to identify orders on product * Make sure all orders are ...

Star Nursery

Manager Trainee

Fort Mohave, AZ · On-site

Management Trainee Positions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Depending on level of management trainee role ... Work with the sales, inventory managers to identify orders on product * Make sure all orders are ...

Star Nursery

Manager Trainee

Lake Havasu City, AZ · On-site

Management Trainee Positions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Depending on level of management trainee role ... Work with the sales, inventory managers to identify orders on product * Make sure all orders are ...

Star Nursery

Manager Trainee

Fort Mohave, AZ · On-site

Management Trainee Positions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Depending on level of management trainee role ... Work with the sales, inventory managers to identify orders on product * Make sure all orders are ...

Big 5 LLC

Assistant Manager Trainee - Full-time

Mesa, AZ

$15.95 - $16.45/hr

Directing sales and cashier associates throughout the store * Inventory control and enforcement of loss prevention policies * Enforcement of all company policies * Performs or may perform additional ...

Big 5 LLC

Assistant Manager Trainee - Full-time

Payson, AZ · On-site

$15.95 - $16.45/hr

Directing sales and cashier associates throughout the store * Inventory control and enforcement of loss prevention policies * Enforcement of all company policies * Performs or may perform additional ...

Big 5 LLC

Assistant Manager Trainee - Full-time

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$15.95 - $16.45/hr

Directing sales and cashier associates throughout the store * Inventory control and enforcement of loss prevention policies * Enforcement of all company policies * Performs or may perform additional ...

Big 5 LLC

Assistant Manager Trainee - Full-time

Peoria, AZ · On-site

$15.95 - $16.45/hr

Directing sales and cashier associates throughout the store * Inventory control and enforcement of loss prevention policies * Enforcement of all company policies * Performs or may perform additional ...

Big 5 LLC

Assistant Manager Trainee - Full-time

Mesa, AZ

$15.95 - $16.45/hr

Directing sales and cashier associates throughout the store * Inventory control and enforcement of loss prevention policies * Enforcement of all company policies * Performs or may perform additional ...

Big 5 LLC

Assistant Manager Trainee - Full-time

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$15.95 - $16.45/hr

Directing sales and cashier associates throughout the store * Inventory control and enforcement of loss prevention policies * Enforcement of all company policies * Performs or may perform additional ...

Big 5 LLC

Assistant Manager Trainee - Full-time

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$15.95 - $16.45/hr

Directing sales and cashier associates throughout the store * Inventory control and enforcement of loss prevention policies * Enforcement of all company policies * Performs or may perform additional ...

Big 5 LLC

Assistant Manager Trainee - Full-time

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$15.95 - $16.45/hr

Directing sales and cashier associates throughout the store * Inventory control and enforcement of loss prevention policies * Enforcement of all company policies * Performs or may perform additional ...

Big 5 LLC

Assistant Manager Trainee - Full-time

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$15.95 - $16.45/hr

Directing sales and cashier associates throughout the store * Inventory control and enforcement of loss prevention policies * Enforcement of all company policies * Performs or may perform additional ...

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How much do sales associate manager trainee jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for sales associate manager trainee in Arizona is $44,177.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,700.00 and $45,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Sales Associate Manager Trainee vs Sales Associate?

AspectSales Associate Manager TraineeSales Associate
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles prefer sales or customer service experienceHigh school diploma or equivalent; entry-level position
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, training environment, potential for leadership developmentRetail sales floor, customer service setting
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in retail chains, department stores, and sales training programsWidespread across retail, electronics, apparel, and more

The Sales Associate Manager Trainee role is designed as a stepping stone toward management, focusing on training and development. In contrast, a Sales Associate primarily handles customer service and sales transactions. The trainee position involves more responsibilities related to leadership and store operations, while the associate role emphasizes direct customer interaction. Both roles are essential in retail environments but serve different career stages and responsibilities.

What does a sales associate manager trainee do?

A sales associate manager trainee is an entry-level employee learning to oversee sales operations, assist customers, and support team leadership. They typically receive training in sales techniques, customer service, and store management skills to prepare for a managerial role.
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Manager Trainee

Star Nursery

Lake Havasu City, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Star Nursery rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Management Trainee Positions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

(Depending on level of management trainee role, some or all of these might be part of the training process.  This is not an exhaustive list.

  • Produce annual budget and achieve budgeted goals
  • Oversee and follow goals presented in budgets
  • Work with the sales, inventory managers to identify orders on product
  • Make sure all orders are being processed in timely sound manner
  • Oversee nursery marketing in conjunction with the sales and the marketing department focusing on specific promotions to enhance sales, availability communication, customer appreciation, promotional materials and customer specific events
  • Assist with purchasing wholesale materials
    • Establish quantity needed to supplement inventory shortages
    • Follow budget to help determine these quantities
  • Keep track of inventory and distinguish any discrepancies to the warehouse manager
  • Continue to develop and improve pesticide program and education
    • Identify newest chemicals and those that have been discontinued
    • Oversee maintaining of chemical usage log
    • Oversee maintaining MSDS
  • Hire employees and conduct training, assist with payroll duties
    • Assign work schedules and duties to employees, hire employees, and supervise their work
    • Prepare employees schedules or work assignments
    • Enter time off hours and approve hours for payroll
  • Maintain safety awareness
    • Safety sensitive position
    • Ensure all policies, procedure, and rules are being followed and those that violate are appropriately disciplined
    • Implement safety training
    • Explain and enforce safety regulations and policies to employees
    • Communicate organizational policies and procedures
    • Accommodate employees with a job with light duty restrictions
  • Provide information to customer on the care of all goods and products sold and advice customer on procedural issues in addition to excellent customer service.
  • Assist General Manger meetings as needed

 

 

Experience / Skills:

  • Ability to effectively coordinate and complete numerous activities simultaneously.
  • Ability to identify problems and work in conjunction with others to implement effective solutions.
  • Independent judgment to develop creative solution to spontaneous problems that may arise.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Must be able to work effectively under pressure
  • Forklift experience and certification required
  • Full Time Position (10 hour days in most cases)
  • The work requires walking and standing entire shift
  • Must be able to lift, pull, push and/or carry 50lbs.
  • Work Environment is weather dependent.  Summer heat and winter cold are consistent work temperatures.
  • Pre employment drug screening required
  • Will need to operate equipment or drive on company business
  • Excellent benefit package
  • EOE
  • E-Verify Participating Company

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