Manager Trainee

84 Lumber; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading building materials supplier as a Manager Trainee. This full-time, entry-level role offers hands-on training for leadership positions with significant pay increases. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and the potential for rapid advancement within the company.

Benefits

Monthly performance incentives

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Holiday pay

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Annual profit sharing and 401(k) with employer match

Discounts on building materials

Qualifications

• No experience required; training includes classroom and hands-on learning.
• Full-time availability required (48+ hours/week).

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll, invoicing, inventory, and POS systems.
• Interpret financial reports and read blueprints.

Skills

Dedication

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Overview
Are you ready to build a rewarding and lifelong career? Do you thrive in a team environment that challenges you to be your best? Join 84 Lumber, a family-owned company founded on growth, stability, and the mindset that “nothing is impossible”.

84 Lumber is hiring immediately and has the perfect career opportunity for you!

WHO IS 84?
84 Lumber is the nation’s largest privately held supplier of building materials, manufactured components, and industry-leading services for residential and commercial construction. With over 320 facilities in 34 states and plans for more locations, your opportunities for growth are endless.

If you invest in yourself, we will invest in you!
At 84 Lumber, we promote nearly 100% from within, creating a unique environment where you can build your own career path. Over 96% of our store managers started as Manager Trainees, with potential for promotion within six months on average.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:
We offer all the benefits you expect from an industry leader, including:

• Monthly performance incentives (store and personal bonuses)
• Paid Time Off (PTO), sick and personal days
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Holiday pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Annual profit sharing and 401(k) with employer match
• Discounts on building materials and retail partnerships

Recognition & Awards:
In 2024, 84 Lumber was recognized as:

• America’s Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek
• Top Retailers by USA Today
• Largest Private Companies by Forbes
• Fastest-Growing Companies by 5000

What You Will Do:
The Manager Trainee is a full-time, entry-level position designed to prepare you for a leadership role. It offers hands-on training in store operations with promotion potential to management within 6-12 months, leading to significant pay increases. Many progress to General Manager roles within 3-4 years. Completion of the training plan and willingness to relocate are required.

No experience is required to start your career at 84 Lumber. Just bring dedication and a willingness to learn; we will support your development! The training includes classroom, online, and hands-on learning in areas such as sales, store operations, blueprint reading, forklift operation, business management, and Microsoft Office.

Supervisory Responsibility:
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
Work involves indoor and outdoor settings, assisting customers in various weather conditions, with physical activities including standing, walking, and lifting up to 80 pounds. Machinery and airborne particles may be present.

Responsibilities:

• Payroll, invoicing, inventory, POS systems
• Interpreting financial reports
• Reading blueprints and creating material lists
• Responding to customer inquiries

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Full-time availability (48+ hours/week, including overtime)

Are you ready to lead, learn, and grow with 84 Lumber? Apply today to start your career journey!

84 Lumber is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.