Retail Management Academy (2026)

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Schnucks Retail Management Academy is a dynamic program geared to recent college graduates, current college students, or those with like experience. This 9-month role will provide teammates with the opportunity to gain knowledge and demonstrate proficiency in Store Operations concepts through a variety of training, project work and experiences.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Co-Manager training, leadership training and content application

• Rotation of store departments

• Project work, presentations and pre/post assessments

• SSC Department Rotations and Facilities Exposure

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Required Education: Bachelors degree or currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program and/or 3 years retail/customer service experience.

• Other Requirements: 1 year of Department Manager experience for internal candidates and/or equivalent experience for external candidates.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge

  • Retail and merchandising knowledge

  • Food safety and handling

  • Basic principles of financials/P&Ls

  • Technology Savvy

• Skills & Abilities

  • People management skills

  • Good communication

  • Multi task in fast paced environment

  • Presentation and project work understanding

  • Walking/standing for extended period of time

FORMAL POLICY SETTING

Makes recommendations to management

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Walking

  • Full Day

• Standing

  • Full Day

• Lifting

  • Up to 25 lbs

• Travel

  • 0-25%

• Work Environment

  • Flexible work schedule including night, holidays and weekends

  • Ability to stand/walk on feet for entire shifts 

  • Able to work in changing temperatures

The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements.  They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

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Additional Requirements – Internal Candidates:

• Store/Facility Teammates: minimum of six months employment with Schnucks preferred.
• Store Support Center Teammates: minimum of one year employment with Schnucks preferred.
• Must be in good standing (not on a performance improvement plan or active discipline).
• If invited for an interview, must have manager approval based on performance.

Schnucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.