Store Manager in Training — Leadership Path

Farmers Home Furniture; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmers Home Furniture is seeking candidates for its Store Manager Trainee (SMT) program in Kentucky. The role focuses on training across in-store operations, online learning, role immersion, and live events to prepare for a permanent Store Manager position.

The SMT will learn to support daily store functions, operate POS systems, handle sales and installments, and participate in inventory and promotions while traveling to training locations as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; three (3) years experience in practical supervisory retail and/or sales.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State Driver’s License and travel overnight.
• Experience in store operations, sales, credit, and daily office functions is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete Farmers Academy training, Thrive Program rotations, live training events, projects, assessments and documentation.
• Attend orientation and weekly SMT check-in meetings with supervisor.
• Support day-to-day store operations including sales, credit, collections, and inventory.
• Operate POS systems and company applications; assist with sales and installment contracts.
• Assist with store displays, promotions, and travel to training locations as needed.
• Adhere to company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• May manage a store in the Store Manager’s absence and travel to other training locations.

Skills

Retail supervision

Customer service

Sales experience

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Farmers Home Furniture is seeking candidates for its Store Manager Trainee (SMT) program in Kentucky. The role focuses on training across in-store operations, online learning, role immersion, and live events to prepare for a permanent Store Manager position.

The SMT will learn to support daily store functions, operate POS systems, handle sales and installments, and participate in inventory and promotions while traveling to training locations as required.