Area Store Manager Trainee

Farmers Home Furniture•Augusta, GA

About The Position

Farmers Home Furniture is hiring an Area Store Manager Trainee to prepare for a Store Manager role. The trainee will receive instruction in all areas of the business, with some travel required during training. After assignment to a store, ongoing training and support will be provided by the supervision team. If assigned, the applicant must be willing to relocate within 20 miles of the assigned store; stores under consideration include Augusta, Georgia; Aiken, South Carolina; and Thomson, Georgia. Store Managers oversee store operations, drive sales, develop high-performing teams, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. The role calls for a hands-on leader who leads by example and encourages ownership at every level. Responsibilities span staffing and coaching, customer service, merchandising and operational standards, inventory, credit collections support, and warehouse and delivery operations.

Requirements

Proven leadership experience in retail or a customer-focused environment.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities.
Ability to build trust, motivate teams, and drive accountability.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
Availability to travel for meetings or support neighboring store locations as needed.
Willingness to relocate within 20 miles of the assigned store, if assigned.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during shifts.
Ability to lift, carry, and move merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds.
Comfort working in warehouse and delivery environments as needed.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor appropriate to a leadership role.
Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license, if required for store support.

Responsibilities

Recruit, hire, train, and retain a high-performing team of Sales Associates.
Create a welcoming environment and ensure customers receive outstanding service.
Handle customer inquiries, concerns, and escalations professionally.
Monitor sales performance and coach team members to improve results and individual growth.
Ensure compliance with merchandising, cleanliness, and store operational standards.
Collaborate with the Credit Department to support account collections.
Manage inventory levels and ensure timely and accurate product flow.
Oversee warehouse and delivery operations to ensure quality and efficiency.
Participate in company initiatives and contribute strategic ideas for growth.
Lead with integrity, accountability, and a mindset of ownership.