Store Manager Trainee — Lead, Train & Grow with ESOP

Farmers Home Furniture; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Plan with Employer Matching Funds

Group Medical, Dental and Life

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Employee Discounts

Ongoing Training Programs

Job summary

Farmers Home Furniture in Columbus, GA seeks a Store Manager trainee to develop leadership skills across store operations, sales, and customer service. You will be placed in our Store Manager Training program and will receive instruction on how to succeed in every area of this dynamic business.

Some travel is required during training. After assignment to your store, ongoing training and support will be provided by the supervision team.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in retail or a customer-focused environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to build trust, motivate teams, and drive accountability.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Availability to travel for meetings or support neighboring store locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, train, and retain a top-performing team of Sales Associates
• Create a welcoming environment and ensure customers receive outstanding service
• Effectively handle customer inquiries, concerns, and escalations with professionalism
• Monitor sales performance and provide coaching to drive results and individual growth
• Ensure compliance with merchandising, cleanliness, and store operational standards
• Collaborate with the Credit Department to support account collections
• Manage inventory levels and ensure timely and accurate product flow
• Oversee warehouse and delivery operations to ensure quality and efficiency
• Actively participate in company initiatives and contribute strategic ideas for growth
• Lead with integrity, accountability, and a mindset of ownership

Skills

Leadership

Retail management

Customer focus

Problem solving

Communication

Team motivation

Flexibility

Job description

Farmers Home Furniture in Columbus, GA seeks a Store Manager trainee to develop leadership skills across store operations, sales, and customer service. You will be placed in our Store Manager Training program and will receive instruction on how to succeed in every area of this dynamic business.

Some travel is required during training. After assignment to your store, ongoing training and support will be provided by the supervision team.