AREA Store Manager Trainee

Farmers Home Furniture; Washington (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Store Manager to lead a dynamic team in providing exceptional customer service and driving sales. As part of a comprehensive training program, you will gain insights into every aspect of store operations while fostering a positive environment for both employees and customers. This role not only emphasizes the importance of teamwork and leadership but also offers a range of employee benefits, including a robust retirement plan and stock ownership. If you are passionate about retail and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401K Plan with Employer Matching Funds

Group Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance

Annual Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Employee Purchase Discounts

Annual Profit Sharing Bonus Plan

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills to manage and train a sales team.
• Ability to maintain high standards of customer service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hiring and training of Sales Associates.
• Ensure superior customer service and respond to inquiries.
• Monitor sales activities and motivate associates.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Management

Team Leadership

Inventory Management

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Job description

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

• If assigned, the applicant must be willing to relocate within 30 miles of the assigned store. The list of stores for consideration includes: Ahoskie, Louisburg, Plymouth, Roanoke Rapids, Rocky Mount, Scotland Neck, Tarboro, Washington, NC, Williamston, Wilson

About Farmers Home Furniture

Established in 1949, Farmers Home Furniture is one of the top 100 furniture retailers in the US. Our company has grown to have over 260 store locations throughout the Southeast. Employee-owned and operated, our relationship-based business holds to our founder's original principles of fairness, trust, and excellent service to our customers. Each of our locations is committed to providing customers with high-quality name-brand merchandise along with superior customer service.

Farmers Home Furniture satisfies customers by following three fundamental principles:

• Offer fair prices for quality merchandise
• Make affordable financing available
• Provide excellent service after the sale

Candidates will be placed in our Store Manager Training program and will receive instruction on how to succeed in every area of this dynamic business. Some travel may be required while in training. After being assigned to their store, ongoing training and support will be provided by a regional supervision team.

Store Manager Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Hiring, overseeing training, and retention of a top team of Sales Associates.
• Promoting superior customer service by ensuring associates are greeting and assisting customers and always taking that extra step.
• Responding to customer inquiries and complaints in a professional and timely manner.
• Monitoring associate sales activities and productivity.
• Acknowledging and communicating performance to associates;
• Motivates and trains associates to achieve their full potential and sales goals.
• Performing operational duties that drive sales through product knowledge, store cleanliness, and other related duties.
• Ensuring that the credit department is collecting accounts.
• Maintaining inventory levels per guidelines.
• Effectively managing warehouse/delivery employees.
• Actively sharing strategic ideas that support the company vision and growth plans.

Employee Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401K Plan with Employer Matching Funds
• Group Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
• Annual Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Additional Voluntary Insurance Programs Available
• Paid Holidays, including the Employee's Birthday
• Employee Purchase Discounts
• Annual Profit Sharing Bonus Plan
• ** Benefit offerings for positions other than Full-Time may vary

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Job Industries: Other

Seniority level: Internship

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Sales and Business Development

Industries: Retail