AREA Store Manager Trainee

Farmersfurniture; Washington (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic individual for their Store Manager Training program. This exciting opportunity involves hiring and training a top-notch sales team, promoting exceptional customer service, and driving operational success. With a commitment to employee ownership and development, the company offers comprehensive training, ongoing support, and a range of employee benefits including stock ownership and profit sharing. If you are passionate about retail and ready to make an impact, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401K with Employer Matching

Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Voluntary Insurance Options

Paid Holidays, including your birthday

Employee Purchase Discounts

Profit Sharing Bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales management and customer service.
• Ability to train and motivate a sales team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Hiring, training, and retaining a top sales team.
• Monitoring sales activities and productivity.
• Managing operational duties to drive sales.

Skills

Sales Management

Customer Service

Training and Development

Inventory Management

Team Leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

Job description

Job Details

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 over 260 store locations throughout the Southeast. Employee-owned and operated, our relationship-based business holds to our founder's principles of fairness, trust, and excellent service to customers. Each location is committed to providing high-quality merchandise and superior customer service.

Farmers Home Furniture satisfies customers by:

• Offering fair prices for quality merchandise
• Making affordable financing available
• Providing excellent service after the sale

Candidates will be placed in our Store Manager Training program, receiving instruction on succeeding in every business area. Some travel may be required during training. After assignment, ongoing training and support will be provided by a regional team.

Store Manager Responsibilities

• Hiring, training, and retaining a top sales team
• Promoting superior customer service
• Responding to customer inquiries and complaints professionally
• Monitoring sales activities and productivity
• Communicating performance feedback to associates
• Motivating and training staff to meet sales goals
• Managing operational duties to drive sales
• Ensuring credit department collection efforts
• Maintaining inventory levels
• Managing warehouse and delivery staff
• Sharing strategic ideas to support company growth

Employee Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401K with Employer Matching
• Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• Voluntary Insurance Options
• Paid Holidays, including your birthday
• Employee Purchase Discounts
• Profit Sharing Bonus

Additional Details

• Seniority Level: Internship
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Sales and Business Development
• Industry: Retail

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