Full-Time Manager Trainee

84 Lumber Company • Manassas, VA

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About The Position

84 Lumber is hiring a full-time, entry-level Manager Trainee to prepare candidates for leadership roles within the company. The role provides structured classroom, online, and hands-on training across store operations, with the goal of promotion to a management position. Promotion may occur within 6–12 months based on performance and position availability and may lead to up to a 40% increase 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 within the specified timeframe and be willing to relocate for a management position. No prior experience is required. The position averages $48,000–$50,000 annually and requires a full-time schedule of 48 or more hours per week, including overtime. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Training covers sales and customer service; store operations, inventory, supply-chain flow, and merchandising; blueprint reading and material estimation; safe material handling and forklift certification; payroll, invoicing, inventory, financial analysis, and POS systems; and Microsoft Office Suite skills. Prior Microsoft Office experience is preferred, and training is provided to develop these skills.

Work takes place indoors and outdoors, assisting customers in all weather conditions, including wet, humid, hot, or cold conditions. The role involves frequent standing, walking, and lifting up to 80 pounds, as well as possible exposure to machinery and airborne particles.

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 learning plan and course of study within the specified timeframe.
• Willingness to relocate for a management position.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of frequent standing, walking, and lifting up to 80 pounds.
• 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.
• Learn store operations, inventory management, material and supply-chain flow, stock, and merchandising.
• Read blueprints and create material estimates and material lists for building projects.
• Operate forklifts and handle materials and equipment safely; complete forklift certification.
• Perform or learn payroll, invoicing, inventory, POS system, and financial analysis tasks.
• Interpret and analyze common financial reports.
• Respond to common customer inquiries or complaints.
• Complete the assigned learning plan and course of study within the required 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 insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• 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