General Manager in Training

Hudson's Furniture; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading furniture retailer is seeking a Store Manager in Training. You will lead a team, drive sales, and enhance customer satisfaction as part of a structured development program. Join a faith-based organization that values growth, diversity, and collaboration.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Profit-sharing bonuses

Performance incentives

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience with a track record of team development and sales growth.
• Strong business acumen and coaching-first mindset.
• Highly organized and results-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, and retain top-performing Sales Associates.
• Drive sales through proactive training and performance management.
• Engage with customers and resolve escalated concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Sales Growth

Emotional Intelligence

Organizational Skills

Job description

Are you a high-performing Store Manager ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Do you thrive in a culture where ownership thinking, innovation, and accountability aren't just expected—but celebrated? At Hudson’s Furniture, our General Managers are entrepreneurial leaders who build winning teams and bring our Mission and Core Values to life. As a General Manager in Training, you’ll participate in a structured development program designed to equip you with the operational, financial, and leadership tools needed to successfully run a future showroom.

Core Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development

• Recruit, hire, and retain top-performing Sales Associates.

• Develop team members through coaching, training, and clear goal-setting.

• Foster a collaborative, energizing environment where people feel valued, celebrated, and challenged to grow.

• Lead daily sales huddles and weekly development meetings to reinforce targets and build personal accountability.

Sales & Revenue Growth

• Drive sales in key strategic categories through proactive training and performance management.

• Leverage CRM tools, store scoreboards, and daily follow-ups to convert pipeline opportunities.

• Set and uphold performance standards aligned with company benchmarks.

Customer Satisfaction

• Maintain a strong floor presence and actively engage with customers and the team.

• Resolve escalated customer concerns with professionalism, empathy, and ownership.

• Ensure every interaction reflects our mission of turning houses into homes.

Financial & Strategic Accountability

• Understand and support profit & loss performance, sales reporting, and dashboard analysis.

• Model Full Disclosure & Transparency in reporting and communication.

• Embrace Ownership Thinking by identifying and solving challenges within your scope of control.

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Proven leadership experience with a track record of team development and sales growth.

• Strong business acumen, emotional intelligence, and a coaching-first mindset.

• Embraces feedback, celebrates wins, and tackles challenges directly.

• Highly organized and results-oriented with a passion for continuous improvement.

• Ready to step up and lead.

Compensation

We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience and leadership capabilities. Total earning potential includes base salary, profit-sharing bonuses, and performance incentives tied to achieving store targets and contributing to company growth.

Our Commitment to Faith and Inclusion

At Hudson’s Furniture, we are a Christian-led, faith-based organization that values love, transparency, and growth. These principles guide our interactions with team members, customers, and the community. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, faiths, and identities to join our team. Diversity makes us stronger, and we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. No matter who you are or where you're from—your race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or background—you have a place here. Come as you are—let’s grow together!