AREA Store Manager Trainee

Farmers Home Furniture • Newport, TN

387d

About The Position

The Store Manager Trainee position at Farmers Home Furniture is designed for individuals looking to develop their management skills in a retail environment. Trainees will receive comprehensive training in various aspects of store operations, including customer service, sales management, and team leadership. The role involves relocating to an assigned store within 45 miles and participating in ongoing training and support from regional supervisors after the initial training phase.

Requirements

• 3 years of Retail Furniture / Credit Experience preferred.
• 3 years of Retail / Sales Experience preferred.
• 3 years of Sales Management experience preferred.
• High School diploma or better required.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Nice To Haves

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest.
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group.
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity.

Responsibilities

• Hiring, overseeing training, and retention of a top team of Sales Associates.
• Promoting superior customer service by ensuring associates are greeting and assisting customers.
• Responding to customer inquiries and complaints in a professional and timely manner.
• Monitoring associate sales activities and productivity.
• Acknowledging and communicating performance to associates; motivating and training associates to achieve full potential and sales goals.
• Performing operational duties that drive sales through product knowledge, store cleanliness, and other related duties.
• Ensuring that the credit department is collecting accounts.
• Maintaining inventory levels per guidelines.
• Effectively managing warehouse/delivery employees.
• Actively sharing strategic ideas that support the company vision and growth plans.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401K Plan with Employer Matching Funds
• Group Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
• Annual Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Additional Voluntary Insurance Programs Available
• Paid Holidays, including the Employee's Birthday
• Employee Purchase Discounts
• Annual Profit Sharing Bonus Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Furniture, Home Furnishings, Electronics, and Appliance Retailers
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees