Store Manager Trainee

Farmersfurniture; Alexander City (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmers Home Furniture is seeking a Store Manager for their Alexander City location. The role involves hiring and training a sales team, ensuring excellent customer service, and managing store operations. Comprehensive training is provided, along with ongoing support. Employee benefits include an ESOP, 401K matching, and paid time off.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401K with employer matching

Group Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Paid Holidays, including your birthday

Employee purchase discounts

Ongoing training programs

Annual profit-sharing bonus

Qualifications

• Participate in Store Manager Training program.
• Some travel may be required during training.

Responsibilities

• Hiring, training, and retaining a top-performing sales team.
• Monitoring sales activities and productivity of associates.
• Managing operational duties, including store cleanliness.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Management

Team Training

Job description

About Farmers Home Furniture

Established in 1949, Farmers Home Furniture is one of the top 100 furniture retailers in the US with over 260 store locations throughout the Southeast. Employee owned and operated (ESOP), our business is built on principles of fairness, trust, and excellent customer service. We are committed to providing high-quality name brand merchandise and superior service at each location.

Farmers Home Furniture operates on three fundamental principles:

1. Offer fair prices for quality merchandise
2. Make affordable financing available
3. Provide excellent post-sale service

Candidates will participate in our Store Manager Training program, receiving comprehensive instruction to succeed in all areas of our dynamic business. Some travel may be required during training. Post-training, ongoing support and training are provided by a regional team.

Store Manager Responsibilities

• Hiring, training, and retaining a top-performing sales team
• Promoting superior customer service by ensuring associates greet and assist customers effectively
• Responding promptly and professionally to customer inquiries and complaints
• Monitoring sales activities and productivity of associates
• Providing performance feedback and motivation to staff
• Training staff to meet sales goals and improve performance
• Managing operational duties, including store cleanliness and product knowledge
• Ensuring timely collection of accounts by the credit department
• Maintaining inventory levels according to guidelines
• Managing warehouse and delivery staff effectively
• Sharing strategic ideas to support company growth and vision

Employee Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401K with employer matching
• Group Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• Additional voluntary insurance options
• Paid Holidays, including your birthday
• Employee purchase discounts
• Ongoing training programs
• Annual profit-sharing bonus

Note: Benefits may vary for part-time positions.

Additional Information

This employer is committed to equal opportunity employment and complies with all relevant federal laws. Applicants will be notified of their rights under the Department of Labor's regulations.

Job Details

• Industry: Retail
• Seniority Level: Internship
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Sales and Business Development

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