Job Description
Lush North America is seeking a Temporary Manager in Training for their Memorial City location in Houston, Texas. This role is a 6/23/2025 - 11/9/2025 contract position.
The Manager in Training will support the Store Manager in all business areas, acting as second-in-command. They will ensure a strong customer experience, staff experience, and shop operational excellence, while also exceeding sales goals. The ideal candidate will bring Lush’s Leadership Practices into all interactions.
Responsibilities include:
- Collaborating with the team to exceed daily sales goals and ensure an inclusive customer experience.
- Educating customers and staff on brand values and ethical initiatives.
- Increasing product knowledge and making informed recommendations.
- Demonstrating business acumen and understanding of metrics and reports.
- Supporting the team on the sales floor and motivating them to meet sales goals.
- Owning personal development and supporting the growth of the team.
- Ensuring the team is inspired, motivated, and building strong relationships.
- Supporting staffing efforts through recruitment, hiring, and succession planning.
- Collaborating on plans to improve staff engagement, retention, and DEIB practices.
- Supporting the manager in maintaining shop compliance and practicing company standards.
- Supporting the training of the inventory team and managing product ordering.
- Supporting the team in maintaining a clean and visually appealing work environment.
- Ensuring proper scheduling, time and attendance recording, and staff wellbeing.
Requirements:
- 1-3 years of managing or supervising in a retail environment
- Excellent listening and communication skills
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and troubleshooting skills
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Strong customer service, supervisory, and sales skills
- Knowledge and interest in skincare, natural beauty, and ethical business
- Ability to work flexible hours, including holidays, evenings, and weekends
Lush offers:
- A fun and funky store atmosphere
- A 50% discount on all products
- An unconventional retail structure to support entrepreneurial spirit
- Opportunities for growth