Store Manager Trainee

Farmers Home Furniture; Phenix City (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Store Manager Trainee to lead and inspire a sales team. This exciting opportunity offers comprehensive training and ongoing support to cultivate your skills in sales and customer service. You'll be responsible for hiring and training staff, driving sales, and ensuring top-notch customer experiences. Join a company that values employee ownership and offers competitive benefits, including 401K matching and profit sharing. If you're passionate about retail and ready to grow your career, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401K with employer matching

Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance

Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays

Employee Discounts

Ongoing Training

Profit Sharing Bonus

Qualifications

• Strong background in sales and customer service.
• Ability to train and motivate a sales team.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and retain a top sales team.
• Promote superior customer service and assist customers.
• Drive sales through operational duties and store maintenance.

Skills

Sales Management

Customer Service

Team Leadership

Inventory Management

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

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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. As an employee-owned and operated company (ESOP), we are committed to fairness, trust, and excellent customer service. Our stores offer high-quality name brand merchandise and superior service, guided by three fundamental principles:

• Offer fair prices for quality merchandise
• Make affordable financing available
• Provide excellent service after the sale

Candidates will participate in our Store Manager Training program, receiving comprehensive instruction and potential travel during training. Post-training, ongoing support is provided by regional supervisors.

Store Manager Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and retain a top sales team
• Promote superior customer service and assist customers
• Respond to inquiries and complaints professionally
• Monitor sales activities and productivity
• Communicate performance feedback
• Motivate and train staff to meet sales goals
• Drive sales through operational duties and store maintenance
• Ensure credit department collection efforts
• Maintain inventory levels
• Manage warehouse and delivery staff
• Share strategic ideas supporting company growth

Employee Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401K with employer matching
• Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Employee Discounts and Ongoing Training
• Profit Sharing Bonus

Note: Benefit offerings may vary for part-time positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer complies with federal employment laws and provides rights information to all applicants.

Job Details

• Industry: Retail
• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Sales and Business Development