Employee-Owned Retail Store Manager Trainee

Farmers Home Furniture; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Plan with Employer Matching Funds

Group Medical, Dental and Life

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays, including the Employee\

Job summary

Farmers Home Furniture is seeking a Store Manager to oversee all aspects of store operations, drive sales, and develop high-performing teams. Candidates will enter a Store Manager Training program with some travel during training, then lead their own store with ongoing training and support from the supervision team.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, accountability, and delivering exceptional customer experiences in a growing Southeast retailer that emphasizes ESOP and ownership culture.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in retail or a customer-focused environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to build trust, motivate teams, and drive accountability.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Availability to travel for meetings or support neighboring store locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, train, and retain a top-performing team of Sales Associates
• Create a welcoming environment and ensure customers receive outstanding service
• Effectively handle customer inquiries, concerns, and escalations with professionalism
• Monitor sales performance and provide coaching to drive results and individual growth
• Ensure compliance with merchandising, cleanliness, and store operational standards
• Collaborate with the Credit Department to support account collections
• Manage inventory levels and ensure timely and accurate product flow
• Oversee warehouse and delivery operations to ensure quality and efficiency
• Actively participate in company initiatives and contribute strategic ideas for growth
• Lead with integrity, accountability, and a mindset of ownership

Skills

Leadership

Customer focus

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Travel willingness

Job description

Farmers Home Furniture is seeking a Store Manager to oversee all aspects of store operations, drive sales, and develop high-performing teams. Candidates will enter a Store Manager Training program with some travel during training, then lead their own store with ongoing training and support from the supervision team.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, accountability, and delivering exceptional customer experiences in a growing Southeast retailer that emphasizes ESOP and ownership culture.