Manager Trainee

84 Lumber Company • Asheville, NC

26d

About The Position

The Manager Trainee is a full-time, entry-level position that prepares 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 management. Promotion may be possible within 6–12 months based on performance and position availability, and requires completing the learning plan and course of study within the assigned timeframe. Trainees must be willing to relocate for a management position. The posting states that no 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 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 experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

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.
• Read blueprints and create material estimates or lists for building projects.
• Learn safe material handling and forklift operation and certification.
• Learn business management activities, including payroll, invoicing, inventory, and financial analysis.
• Respond to common customer inquiries or complaints.
• Use Microsoft Office Suite and POS systems.
• Complete the assigned learning plan and course of study within the required timeframe.

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