General Manager Trainee

Ferrellgas; West Branch (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Ferrellgas is seeking ambitious professionals for its General Manager Trainee program. You will rotate through propane operations, logistics, safety, and business management to develop into a national General Manager leader.

High-potential candidates will gain exposure to budgeting, KPIs, and P&L, with a path toward national leadership opportunities and relocation after about a year in the development program.

Qualifications

• Willingness to relocate after approximately 12 months in the development program is required.
• 3+ years of leadership or management experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Growth-minded, adaptable, and motivated to learn quickly.
• Operational, logistics, transportation, service, or related leadership experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to travel within region as needed.

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of propane operations, logistics, safety, customer service, and business management.
• Partner with experienced leaders to drive operational performance and team success.
• Develop leadership skills through hands-on training, coaching, and real-world business experience.
• Support sales growth, operational efficiency, and customer retention initiatives.
• Gain exposure to budgeting, KPIs, workforce leadership, and P&L management.
• Prepare for future General Manager opportunities within the company.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

Overview

At Ferrellgas , we’re developing the next generation of operational leaders. We are seeking ambitious, fast-learning professionals who are ready to lead teams, drive business growth, and build a long-term leadership career within a nationwide essential business.

Overview

At Ferrellgas , we’re developing the next generation of operational leaders. We are seeking ambitious, fast-learning professionals who are ready to lead teams, drive business growth, and build a long-term leadership career within a nationwide essential business.

This is not a traditional Assistant General Manager role. Our General Managers oversee large-scale operations that may include multiple service locations, complex logistics, significant P&L responsibility, and teams of 100+ employees.

The General Manager Trainee role is designed to prepare high-potential leaders for future General Manager and operational leadership opportunities across our national network.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Ferrellgas, we’re committed to supporting our team with benefits that promote health, financial security, and personal growth:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, accident, and critical illness insurance


• Income Protection: Company-provided short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D


• Financial Wellness: 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Health Savings Account (HSA)


• Time Off & Family Support: Paid Time Off (PTO), parental leave, and tuition reimbursement


• Wellness & Assistance Programs: Wellness program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Medicare support


• Employee Perks: Referral program, employee discount programs, and propane savings

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of propane operations, logistics, safety, customer service, and business management


• Partner with experienced leaders to drive operational performance and team success


• Develop leadership skills through hands-on training, coaching, and real-world business experience


• Support sales growth, operational efficiency, and customer retention initiatives


• Gain exposure to budgeting, KPIs, workforce leadership, and P&L management


• Prepare for future General Manager opportunities within the company

Qualifications

• Willingness to relocate after approximately 12 months in the development program is required


• 3+ years of leadership or management experience


• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills


• Growth-minded, adaptable, and motivated to learn quickly


• Operational, logistics, transportation, service, or related leadership experience preferred


• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience


• Ability to travel within region as needed


• Willingness to relocate after approximately 12 months in the development program is required

Why Ferrellgas?

At Ferrellgas we’re honored to be part of tight-knit communities across America and thousands of customers’ lives. From our nationwide charitable partnerships with Operation Warm and Operation BBQ Relief to fundraisers for local schools, fire departments, veteran organizations and more, we are always looking for ways to give back to the communities we live in and serve.

Hear from our current employees and discover the people behind Ferrellgas: Employee Testimonials