Manager In Training

ZippyApp - Recruitment Marketing; Walnut Ridge (AR); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Closed on Sundays

Health & Retirement benefits

Job summary

Buddy’s Home Furnishings in Walnut Ridge is looking for a Manager in Training. This role is a vital entry point within our organization, designed to develop future store managers through hands-on training in all aspects of store operations.

The program requires candidates to be over 21 years old and capable of physically managing merchandise. Benefits include a competitive hourly wage ranging from $14.00 to $20.00, Paid Time Off, and other perks such as health and retirement benefits depending on location.

Qualifications

• Must be over the age of 21 to drive a vehicle for work.
• Effective organizational and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Train to become proficient in all aspects of the business.
• Acquire and maintain customers.
• Drive store sales.
• Deliver exceptional customer service.
• Perform in-home delivery and setup.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Buddy’s Home Furnishings is the third-largest Rent-To-Own (RTO) retail provider of furniture, appliances, electronics, and computers in the United States. Over the past five years, we have expanded aggressively, adding new company-owned and franchised stores nationwide. Come join our growing team!

Benefits include:

• Salary: $14.00 - $20.00 per hour
• Paid Time Off
• Closed on Sundays
• Discounts
• Health & Retirement benefits (vary depending on location)

Manager in Training / Management Trainee Role Summary:

The Manager in Training (MIT) / Management Trainee program is an entry level vital stepping stone within our organization, with most of our store manager and leaders starting as MITs. The MIT role emphasizes the importance of actively performing job duties to become proficient in all aspects of the business (see the Physical Requirements section). Training provided and you will be cross trained in all aspects of store management and operations. This is an in‑person job and only available physically at the specified location. You must be over the age of 21 to be considered for this position.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Train to become proficient in all aspects of the business
• Acquire and maintain customers
• Drive store sales
• Manage customer accounts
• Deliver exceptional customer service
• Perform in‑home delivery and setup
• Handle inventory management
• Account management and collection
• Retail sales and customer service
• Meet and exceed target sales and profit goals

Manager in Training Requirements:

• Must be over the age of 21 to drive a vehicle for work (insurance requirement)
• This is an in‑person job; remote work is not available
• Effective organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• High School Diploma or GED

Physical Requirements:

• Routine lifting, loading, and moving of merchandise (50‑300 pounds) using a dolly
• Stooping, bending, pulling, reaching, and grabbing
• Ability to traverse multiple flights of stairs while carrying furniture, appliances, and electronics
• Prolonged periods of driving and standing
• Ability to work in various indoor and outdoor climates and weather conditions

Additional Information:

Buddy’s Home Furnishings is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. A detailed background check, including driving history and drug screening, is required.