General Manager Trainee

Ferrellgas; West Branch (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ferrellgas is developing the next generation of operational leaders through a General Manager Trainee program. You will learn propane operations, logistics, safety, and business management while rotating with experienced leaders across our nationwide network.

This is not a traditional assistant role; after about 12 months you may relocate, lead teams, and drive sales growth, with substantial P&L exposure and opportunities to advance to General Manager roles.

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

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

Management

Communication

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Team Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

MS Office

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. 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

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.