Store Manager, Retail & Store Manager

Build the Future with Us — Forge & Build is Hiring a Store Manager

At Equipment Share, we’re not just filling a role — we’re assembling the best team on the planet to build something that’s never been built before. We’re on a mission to transform an industry that’s been stuck in the past by empowering contractors and communities through innovative technology, real‑time support, and a team that truly cares.

Forge & Build is hiring a Store Manager at our location in Baraboo, WI
, and we’re looking for someone who’s ready to grow with us, bring energy and drive to their work, and help us build the future of construction.

Schedule: Monday to Saturday

The Store Manager is responsible for the overall day‑to‑day operations, including driving store sales and profitability, managing inventory and expenses, and ensuring optimal stocking and merchandising. This role requires leading the store staff, delivering superior customer service, coordinating receiving and dispatch, and upholding all company safety standards.

• Leadership & Development:
  Provide leadership, mentorship, and development for all store associates and direct reports.
• Financial Management:
  Deliver on sales and profitability goals, and maintain P&L accountability by effectively managing expense, receivables, sales, and payroll budgets.
• Compliance & Safety:
  Ensure adherence to all company practices, operational policies, procedures, and regulated safety compliance, fostering a positive employee safety environment.
• Operations & Standards:
  Oversee all aspects of store operations, including inventory management, merchandising, and maintaining store and yard standards.
• Customer
  
  Experience:
  
  Proactively assist customers, manage complaints, and cultivate a positive store culture that provides a superior customer experience and positive brand representation.
• Inventory Control:
  Implement and maintain processes to mitigate inventory shrink.
• Store Maintenance:
  Identify, communicate, and address all necessary store maintenance issues.
• Change Management:
  Implement, execute, and maintain all company operational changes throughout the store.

Because we do things differently — and we think you’ll feel it from day one. We’re a people‑first company powered by cutting‑edge technology. That means our proprietary T3 platform doesn’t just run our business — it also makes your job easier, safer, and more connected. Whether you’re behind the wheel, under the hood, leading a branch, or closing deals — tech supports you, and you drive us forward.

We’re a team of problem‑solvers, go‑getters, and builders. And we’re looking for teammates who take pride in doing meaningful work and want to be part of building something special
.

• Monthly Family Dinner Night — We treat you and your family to dinner every month, because family comes first. (An employee favorite!)
  * restrictions apply

• Competitive compensation
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full‑time employees
• Generous PTO + paid holidays
• 401(k) + company match
• Tool and boot reimbursements (role dependent)
• Gym membership stipend + wellness programs (earn PTO and prizes!)
• Company events, food truck nights, and monthly team dinners
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year — give back to the community you call home
• Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities

You want to be part of a team that’s not just changing an industry for the sake of change — we’re transforming it to make it safer, more secure, and more productive. You bring grit, heart, and humility to your work, and you’re excited about the opportunity to grow within a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.

• See challenges as opportunities
• Embrace change and continuous improvement
• Bring energy, effort, and optimism every day

Forge & Build is a place contractors and customers can access all the materials and hardware they need to get the job done, as well as tech‑powered equipment rentals.

At its foundation, Forge & Build was started by contractors for contractors. Its leadership team is different from our competitors…