General Manager Trainee

Overview

At Ferrellgas, we’re developing the next generation of operational leaders. We are seeking ambitious, fast-learning professionals who are ready to lead teams, drive business growth, and build a long-term leadership career within a nationwide essential business. This is not a traditional Assistant General Manager role. Our General Managers oversee large-scale operations that may include multiple service locations, complex logistics, significant P&L responsibility, and teams of 100+ employees. The General Manager Trainee role is designed to prepare high-potential leaders for future General Manager and operational leadership opportunities across our national network.

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of propane operations, logistics, safety, customer service, and business management
• Partner with experienced leaders to drive operational performance and team success
• Develop leadership skills through hands-on training, coaching, and real-world business experience
• Support sales growth, operational efficiency, and customer retention initiatives
• Prepare for future General Manager opportunities within the company

Qualifications

• Willingness to relocate after approximately 12 months in the development program is required
• 3+ years of leadership or management experience
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Growth-minded, adaptable, and motivated to learn quickly
• Operational, logistics, transportation, service, or related leadership experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience
• Ability to travel within region as needed
• Willingness to relocate after approximately 12 months in the development program is required

Why Ferrellgas?

• We are committed to supporting our team with benefits that promote health, financial security, and personal growth
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, accident, and critical illness insurance
• Income Protection: Company-provided short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Time Off & Family Support: Paid Time Off (PTO), parental leave, and tuition reimbursement
• Wellness & Assistance Programs: Wellness program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Medicare support
• Employee Perks: Referral program, employee discount programs, and propane savings

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We are committed to supporting our team with benefits that promote health, financial security, and personal growth: Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, accident, and critical illness insurance Income Protection: Company-provided short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D Financial Wellness: 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Health Savings Account (HSA) Time Off & Family Support: Paid Time Off (PTO), parental leave, and tuition reimbursement Wellness & Assistance Programs: Wellness program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Medicare support Employee Perks: Referral program, employee discount programs, and propane savings