Manager Trainee in Training
About the role
84 Lumber is the nation’s largest privately held supplier of building materials, manufactured components and industry-leading services for residential and commercial construction. With over 320 facilities in 34 states and plans for even more locations, your opportunities for growth within the company are endless. At 84 Lumber, we promote nearly 100% from within, creating a unique environment where you can build your own career path. Over 96% of our store managers began as Manager Trainees, and on average, you can earn your first promotion within six months.
Responsibilities
- Payroll, invoicing, inventory and POS systems
- Microsoft Office Suite (previous experience preferred)
- Interpreting and analyzing common financial reports
- Reading blueprints and creating material lists
- Responding to common inquiries or complaints from customers
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Full-time schedule (48+ hours/week, overtime included)
Skills
- Sales and customer service in a retail store environment
- Store operations and inventory management
- Blueprint reading and estimation
- Forklift operation and certification
- Business management (payroll, invoicing, inventory, financial analysis)
Benefits
- Monthly performance incentives (both store and personal-level bonus potential)
- Paid Time Off (PTO), sick and personal days
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Holiday pay
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
- Annual profit sharing and 401(k) with employer match (based on company profits)
- Discounts on building materials and other retail partnerships
Schedule
Full-time, 48+ hours/week with overtime included.
Physical demands & work environment
You’ll work in both indoor and outdoor settings, assisting customers in all weather conditions (wet, humid, hot, or cold). This role requires frequent standing, walking, and lifting (up to 80 pounds), and other physical activities. You may also work around machinery and airborne particles.