Manager Trainee in Training
About The Position
The Manager Trainee is a full-time, entry-level position designed to prepare the employee for a leadership role within 84 Lumber. The position provides structured classroom, online, and hands-on training across store operations, with the goal of promotion to management. Training covers sales and customer service, store operations and inventory management, blueprint reading and estimation, forklift operation and certification, business management, and Microsoft Office Suite. The trainee 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 based on performance and position availability; the posting states that this can lead to up to a 40% increase in annual pay. 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; no prior work experience is required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous Microsoft Office Suite experience.
Responsibilities
- Support customers and drive sales in a retail store environment.
- Learn and assist with store operations, inventory management, stock flow, and merchandising.
- Create material estimates and material lists using blueprints.
- Learn safe material handling and equipment use, including forklift operation and certification.
- Handle or learn payroll, invoicing, inventory, POS systems, and financial analysis.
- Use Microsoft Office Suite.
- Interpret and analyze common financial reports.
- Respond to common customer inquiries or complaints.
- Complete the assigned training 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 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
