Manager Trainee- Full Time

84 Lumber Company•Elkins, WV

About The Position

84 Lumber’s Manager Trainee is a full-time, entry-level role designed to prepare employees for leadership positions through hands-on training across store operations. Training 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. The role’s goal is promotion to management; 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 time frame and be willing to relocate for a management position. No prior experience is required.

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.
  • No prior experience is required.
  • Ability to frequently stand, walk, and lift up to 80 pounds.
  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather 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.
  • Oversee material and supply-chain flow, stock, and merchandising.
  • Create material estimates and lists for building projects by reading blueprints.
  • Operate forklifts and handle materials and equipment safely after certification.
  • Handle payroll, invoicing, inventory, point-of-sale systems, and financial analysis.
  • Respond to common customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Complete the assigned training plan and course of study within the required time frame.

Benefits

  • Monthly store- and personal-level performance incentives and 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.
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