Store Manager Trainee

Store Manager Trainee

Farmers Home Furniture – Join our employee‑owned family as a Store Manager Trainee, driving sales, leading teams, and shaping community impact.

Established in 1949, we are one of the top 100 furniture retailers in the U.S. with over 260 store locations across the Southeast. As an employee‑owned business, our team members share in success through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

• Recruit, hire, train, and retain a high‑performing sales team.
• Create a welcoming environment and ensure customers receive outstanding service.
• Handle customer inquiries, concerns, and escalations professionally.
• Monitor sales performance and coach teams to achieve results.
• Ensure compliance with merchandising, cleanliness, and operational standards.
• Collaborate with Credit Department for collections.
• Manage inventory and product flow.
• Oversee warehouse and delivery operations for quality and efficiency.
• Contribute ideas for growth and engage in company initiatives.
• Lead with integrity, accountability, and an ownership mindset.

• Proven retail or customer‑focused leadership experience.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to build trust, motivate teams, and drive accountability.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and travel as needed.

• Stand and walk for extended periods during shifts.
• Lift, carry, and move merchandise up to 50 lbs.
• Work in warehouse and delivery environments.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license (if required).

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Group medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Employee purchase discounts.
• Ongoing training programs.
• Additional voluntary insurance programs available.

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