Emerging Store Leader Trainee Program

Farmers Home Furniture; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmers Home Furniture is recruiting for a Store Manager Trainee (SMT) program to build future leadership through in-store training, Thrive rotations, and live events. The program combines hands-on supervision with online learning and field projects.

You will rotate through Farmers Academy modules, participate in weekly SMT check-ins, and gain experience across sales, credit, inventory, and office functions while supporting multiple store locations as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; three (3) years experience in practical supervisory retail and/or sales experience; or any combination of training, experience and education which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State Driver’s License and must be able to travel overnight.

Responsibilities

• Completes all Farmers Academy training, Thrive Program rotations, live training events, projects, assessments, and required documentation.
• Attends an initial online Orientation with assigned Supervisor to review program structure, expectations, timelines, and training requirements.
• Participates in required weekly online SMT Check In Meetings
• Assists in day to day store operations including sales, credit, collections, warehouse, delivery, bookkeeping, and general office functions
• Operates and demonstrates proficiency in the Company’s point of sale systems, computer applications, and operational tools.
• Sells merchandise, creates sales and installment contracts, takes customer payments, and assists with account approvals.
• Assists with inventory counts, store displays, special promotions, and sales events.
• May be required to work in multiple store locations to meet training needs.
• May be required to manage a store location in the Store Manager’s absence.
• May be required to travel to other training locations and submit travel expense reports in accordance with Company policy.
• Adheres to all Company policies, procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements

Skills

Supervisory retail

Customer service

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Farmers Home Furniture is recruiting for a Store Manager Trainee (SMT) program to build future leadership through in-store training, Thrive rotations, and live events. The program combines hands-on supervision with online learning and field projects.

You will rotate through Farmers Academy modules, participate in weekly SMT check-ins, and gain experience across sales, credit, inventory, and office functions while supporting multiple store locations as needed.