Full-Time Manager Trainee

84 Lumber Company • Fredericksburg, VA

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About The Position

84 Lumber is hiring a full-time, entry-level Manager Trainee to prepare candidates for leadership positions within the company. The role provides structured classroom, online, and hands-on training across store operations, with the goal of promotion to management. Promotion may occur within 6–12 months based on performance and position availability and can lead to an increase of up to 40% in annual pay. Many trainees progress to General Manager roles within 3–4 years. Trainees must complete the assigned learning plan and course of study on schedule and be willing to relocate for a management position. No prior experience is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Availability for a full-time schedule of 48 or more hours per week, including overtime.
• Willingness to complete the assigned training plan and course of study within the required timeframe.
• Willingness to relocate for a management position.
• Ability to frequently stand, walk, and lift up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in wet, humid, hot, or cold conditions and around machinery and airborne particles.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Microsoft Office Suite experience.

Responsibilities

• Support customers and drive sales in a retail store environment.
• Learn store operations and inventory management, including material and supply chain flow, stock, and merchandising.
• Create material estimates for building projects using blueprint reading skills.
• Learn safe material handling and equipment operation, including forklift operation and certification.
• Learn business management tasks, including payroll, invoicing, inventory, and financial analysis.
• Use Microsoft Office Suite and develop proficiency through the training program.
• Handle payroll, invoicing, inventory, and POS systems.
• Interpret and analyze common financial reports.
• Read blueprints and create material lists.
• Respond to common customer inquiries and complaints.
• Complete the learning plan and course of study within the assigned timeframe.
• Be willing to relocate for a management position.

Benefits

• Monthly performance incentives, with store- and personal-level bonus potential.
• Paid time off, sick days, and personal days.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Holiday pay.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Annual profit sharing.
• 401(k) with employer match based on company profits.
• Discounts on building materials and other retail partnerships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED