Management Trainee job description

Updated March 14, 2024
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A management trainee are employees undergoing training meant to enable them in ascending further within a company. Their duties include completing assigned tasks, learning from manager-level employees, following company's policies and protocols, and taking detailed notes.

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Example management trainee requirements on a job description

Management trainee requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in management trainee job postings.
Sample management trainee requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
  • Minimum of one year of experience in a management role.
  • Knowledge of business strategies and objectives.
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite.
Sample required management trainee soft skills
  • Excellent communication, problem solving, and decision making skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Comfortable working with a team or independently.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
  • Ability to think critically and be flexible.

Management Trainee job description example 1

Caesars Entertainment management trainee job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:


Responds to and consistently meets the needs of internal clients. Supports and cultivates new ideas and methods to deliver business solutions. Identifies ways to increase efficiencies or improve product or service. Delivers assignments/projects on time and completes all aspects before delivering to internal clients. Clearly communicates programs/services to necessary people, seeks their support and keeps them informed of changes that may impact the business. Keeps track of existing products/services and/or progress on new initiatives. Prepares project plans that aid in moving project forward. Stays up to date with the latest developments in the profession. Develops skills to handle increasingly complex matters. Complies with and upholds company expectations including Code of Commitment, policies, procedures, industry regulations, department goals and business strategy. Politely gives consistent, timely and accurate information and finds answer when unsure. Consistently demonstrates superior customer service skills and acts as a positive role model for all internal and external guests.

This position is part of a corporate approved \"Management Development Trainee Program\" to be utilized solely as a training position. The Program is designed to prepare the employee for a professional or supervisory level position by providing on-the-job training, self-study and observation of each department within a functional area of our business. The program offers the trainee an opportunity to perform as a contributing member in any functional area. Under the guidance of a current Manager, the Management Development Trainee will work on a variety of tasks, projects and assignments that will teach the basics of each department within any of the functional areas. The rotation of assignments will offer an opportunity for the trainee to develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of the basic job skills requirements and overall demands of the functional area to which they are assigned. The Management Development Trainee will be assigned to areas deemed essential to meeting program objectives. He/she will work with all levels of employees as a professional in that area. As assignments are completed the trainee will perform job functions commensurate with their skills and licensure.


EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:


BS/BA in Business Administration with concentration of studies related to trainee's assignment. Strong interpersonal, problem solving and leadership skills. Strong orientation toward customer service. Demonstrated excellence in quality of work experience. (i.e., employee must meet a minimum performance rating of highly successful on their most recent review).


DISCLAIMER:


"This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, effort or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technical developments)."

At Caesars Entertainment, Inc., our Team Members create the extraordinary. We are the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world's most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since beginning in Reno, Nevada, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment has grown through the development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Our resorts operate primarily under the Caesars , Harrah's , Horseshoe and Eldorado brand names. We focus on building loyalty and value with our guests through a combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technological leadership. The company is committed to its Team Members, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework.

Our Caesars family is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values. We take great pride in living these values - Together We Win, All In On Service and Blaze the Trail - every day. Our mission, "Create the Extraordinary". Our vision, "Create spectacular worlds. That immerse, inspire and connect you. We don't perform magic; we create it with excellence. #WeAreCaesars". If you are ready to create some magic, we invite you to explore our dynamic, yet unique, career opportunities.

full time - position requires CER 35 NJ LICENSE
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Management Trainee job description example 2

Eurofins management trainee job description

This is the perfect position for the scientist that doesn't want to work at the bench! The Project Manager Trainee (PMT) position serves as a transitionary role to a project manager for Bio/Pharmaceutical contract testing here at Eurofins Lancaster Labs (ELLI). This client facing role will help candidates learn the necessary technical functions to navigate ELLI's information systems, construct and develop relationships with clients and ELLI's internal scientific and support departments, refine organizational skills required for project management, and assist project managers with a variety of tasks to familiarize candidates with the daily responsibilities of a successful project manager. This is an on-site position with hybrid and remote work opportunities with advancement into a Project Manager Position.
Employee Responsibilities

· Shadow Project Managers (PMs) to learn processes and duties required for a project management position. Our PMs direct and coordinate large client testing programs, on-boarding of method establishment and long term stability programs for the in vitro testing of Pharmaceuticals, Biopharmaceuticals, Cell and Gene Therapy Products, Raw Materials, Medical Devices and Combination Products. PMs manage portfolios of ranging from high-throughput routine testing to coordination of long-term, complex establishment projects.

· Support PMs in an administrative capacity with varied assignments behind the scenes including reviewing sample submissions, management of critical testing documentation, and facilitating backup activities for PMs who are out of the office.

· Learn how to drive project scopes, budgets and schedules in order to set, manage, meet and exceed customer expectations following industry accepted PM processes through the initiation of a project though, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing. Learn how to manage action items with the technical team and the client

· Work with fellow PMTs and the Client Services Team to respond to live client requests for testing and routine sample management in order to gain real situational training while in the PMT program.

· Track financial aspects of projects including purchase and invoice management

· Facilitate investigations with the technical teams and the clients for on-time closure of non-routine events.

· Occasionally assist with data management of special projects assigned to the department

· As determined by the candidate's Group Leader, be assigned dedicated projects, which will increase with the experience and capabilities of the candidate

· Transition into a full PM role after a training period of 9-12 month
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Management Trainee job description example 3

Kohl's management trainee job description

Overview Looking for a career where you can own your personal development? Where the self-motivated are valued and teamwork is just as important? Where you can WIN every day? Look no further! This is not only the place, but the path. Store Management Trainees, or MITs (Managers-in-Training) as you'll hear us refer to them as, go through a 12 week structured training program that prepares them to be Assistant Store Managers in multi-million dollar Kohl's stores. Our MITs love fast paced environments where change is the only constant. They are emotionally and professionally resilient, which will be needed as they are learning all aspects of the retail business and how to build great teams. They take a hands-on approach to learning and actively seek out information to make smart decisions. Upon successful completion of the program, they are then placed as an Assistant Store Manager, but the winning doesn't stop there... Our Managers don't just sell socks and underwear. They support the communities and causes our Customers and Associates care about through initiatives like the Kohl's Volunteer Program and Kohl's Cares for Kids. They earn trust by living up to their commitments and embrace diverse perspectives. They see our Customers as a constant source of inspiration and guidance, take a "Yes We Can" approach to everything they do, and actively empower, engage, and continually develop all of their Associates. If this sounds like your idea of winning, then join us here at Kohl's!

Career GrowthAfter successful completion of the 12 week training program, MITs are placed in a store with an available opening as an Assistant Store Manager. Relocation may be required. Career path of an MIT: MIT, Assistant Store Manager, Store Manager, District Manager

Location and Start DateWith over 1100 stores, the Store Management Trainee position is available nationwide. We offer start dates in February, April, May, June, July, and August based on your graduation date.
Program Highlights

+ 12 week paid structured training program

+ Paired with a Coach

+ Continuous learning and development

+ Hands on experience with in-store merchandising, sales projections, store operations, omnichannel, scheduling, payroll, hiring and human resources

+ Exposure to Senior Leadership within the stores organization

+ Executive placement as an Assistant Store Manager upon successful completion of the MIT training program

Qualifications/Requirements

+ Current College Senior Classman status or College Graduate

+ Desire to pursue a career in retail management

+ Self-motivated

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills

+ Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others

+ Strong analytical skills along with superior critical thinking skills

+ Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

+ Ability to drive to develop retail business knowledge

+ Flexible schedule, work hours will be based on business needs; must be available nights and weekends

+ Relocation may be required
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Updated March 14, 2024

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