Manager Trainee- Full Time
About The Position
84 Lumber is hiring a full-time, entry-level Manager Trainee to prepare candidates for leadership roles through hands-on training across all aspects of store operations. The training plan includes classroom, online, and practical learning in sales and customer service, store operations and inventory management, blueprint reading and estimation, forklift operation and certification, business management, and Microsoft Office Suite. Trainees must complete the assigned learning plan and course of study within the specified timeframe and be willing to relocate for a management position. Promotion may be possible within 6–12 months, depending on performance and position availability, and many trainees progress to General Manager roles within 3–4 years. 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 relocate for a management position.
- Dedication and willingness to learn.
- Ability to frequently stand, walk, and lift up to 80 pounds, and work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to work 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, material and supply-chain flow, stock management, and merchandising.
- Read blueprints and create material estimates and lists for building projects.
- Learn safe material handling and forklift operation; complete forklift certification.
- Perform or learn payroll, invoicing, inventory, point-of-sale systems, and financial analysis.
- Interpret and analyze common financial reports.
- Respond to common customer inquiries and complaints.
- Complete the assigned training plan and course of study within the specified timeframe.
Benefits
- $2,500 sign-on bonus: $1,250 after the first 30 days and $1,250 after successfully completing six months of employment.
- 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.
- Potential promotion within 6–12 months, based on performance and position availability, which may lead to up to a 40% increase in annual pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
