Manager Trainee in Training

84 Lumber Company • Front Royal, VA

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About The Position

The Manager Trainee is a full-time, entry-level position designed to prepare employees for leadership roles at 84 Lumber. The role provides structured classroom, online, and hands-on training across store operations, with the goal of promotion to a management position. Trainees must complete the assigned learning plan and course of study within the designated timeframe and be willing to relocate for a management position. No prior experience is required. Promotion may be possible within the first 6–12 months, depending on performance and position availability, and many trainees progress to General Manager roles within 3–4 years.

Training covers sales and customer service, store operations and inventory management, blueprint reading and material estimation, safe forklift operation and certification, business management, and Microsoft Office Suite. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. The schedule is full-time at 48 or more hours per week, including overtime.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Availability to work a full-time schedule of 48 or more hours per week, including overtime.
• Willingness to relocate for a management position.
• Dedication and willingness to learn; no prior experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Support customers and drive sales in a retail store environment.
• Oversee material and supply-chain flow, stock, and merchandising.
• Read blueprints and create material estimates or material lists for building projects.
• Learn and perform safe material handling and forklift operation.
• Work with payroll, invoicing, inventory, POS systems, and financial analysis.
• Respond to common customer inquiries and complaints.
• Complete the assigned learning plan and course of study within the required timeframe.

Benefits

• Monthly performance incentives, including 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