Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: SHLD) is a leading integrated retailer with almost 2,500 full-line and specialty retail stores in the United States and Canada and the home of Shop Your Way, a social shopping experience where members have the ability to earn points and receive benefits across a wide variety of physical and digital formats through ShopYourWay.com. Sears Holdings is the leading home appliance retailer as well as a leader in tools, lawn and garden, fitness equipment and automotive repair and maintenance.
Job DescriptionThe Management Trainee, Home Improvement partners with leadership team to complete a twelve month training program with a focus on a defined track that the candidate will be hired to complete. This position is expected to learn all aspects of the Home Improvement business for the track hired into during a twelve month program.
Requirements include the successful completion of all assessments, manager evaluations and knowledge based tests in order to progress to the next assignment. Must display the leadership competencies required for each track upon completion of the program. Tracks will encompass various areas of the Home Improvement business including Sales, Production, Call Center Operations, Business Analytics or HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning). Upon completion the individual must demonstrate proficiency of all job assignments and be able to assume a salaried manager role at the end of the twelve month term.
Job Requirements
:
- Graduated from college this year or will be by December 2016
- AA or bachelors degree in Construction Management or Project Management
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (both orally and in writing) with associates, managers, consumers and others to inspire audience and gain support.
- Project management, organizational and time management skills. Ability to self-manage assigned projects and work effectively under deadlines and deliver projects on time.
- Champions change and displays energy when introduced to new opportunities and process.
- Ability to remain productive and composed when under pressure or stress.
- Ability to lift and carry product as required within each track. Occasional lifting of sample cases that individually do not exceed 40 lbs. is required for those entering the sales track. Depending on the product, sample case weight can range from 5-40 lbs.
- Understands the importance and impact of initiatives and makes the right trade-offs when establishing priorities.
- Ability to represent the Company in a business-like and professional manner as described in the Code of Conduct and Sears' Ethical Business practices.
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet.
Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Skills Required
- Graduated from college this year or will be by December 2016
- AA or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Project Management
- Successful completion of assessments, manager evaluations, and knowledge-based tests to progress through the program
- Demonstrate leadership competencies required for assigned track upon program completion
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing with associates, managers, and customers
- Project management, organizational and time management skills; ability to self-manage projects and meet deadlines
- Ability to champion change, display energy with new opportunities and processes
- Ability to remain productive and composed under pressure or stress
- Ability to lift and carry product as required within each track (occasional lifting up to 40 lbs for sales track)
- Ability to represent the Company in a business-like and professional manner according to Code of Conduct
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Sears Holdings Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sears Holdings Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Sears Holdings Corporation.
-
Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Product discounts and flexible scheduling are available, offering practical day-to-day value. These perks continue to exist even as the organization has restructured.
-
Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage options are provided, with HSAs available to support healthcare spending and longer-term planning. Certain roles cite additional healthcare subsidies that help offset costs.
-
Retirement Support — Legacy defined-benefit pensions are administered by the PBGC with guaranteed monthly payments within legal limits. This provides ongoing retirement income for many former employees despite plan terminations.
Sears Holdings Corporation Insights
What We Do
Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: SHLD) is a leading integrated retailer focused on seamlessly connecting the digital and physical shopping experiences to serve our members - wherever, whenever and however they want to shop.
