Manager Trainee

Overview

BILINGUAL PREFERRED

Pay is temporary until promotion in 6-8 months. Starts at: $16/hr; $24/hr for overtime over 40 hrs (weekly 48-50 hrs). Up to $900 monthly in bonuses based on store performance and personal sales.

84 Lumber is a family-owned company and the nation’s largest privately held supplier of building materials, with over 320 facilities in 34 states. We promote nearly 100% from within and over 96% of store managers began as Manager Trainees, often earning first promotion within six months.

• Monthly performance incentives (store & personal 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

• America’s Most Trustworthy Companies – Newsweek
• Top Retailers – USA Today
• Largest Private Companies – Forbes
• Fastest‑Growing Companies – 5000

The Manager Trainee is a full‑time, entry‑level position designed to prepare you for a leadership role within 84 Lumber. The role offers hands‑on training across all aspects of store operations with the goal of promotion to a management position within 6‑12 months. Many Manager Trainees progress to General Manager roles within 3‑4 years. No experience is required; bring dedication and willingness to learn.

• Sales and Customer Service:
  Support customers and drive sales in a retail store environment.
• Store Operations and Inventory Management:
  Oversee material/supply chain flow, stock, and merchandising.
• Blueprint Reading and Estimation:
  Create material estimates for building projects.
• Forklift Operation and Certification:
  Safe handling of materials and equipment.
• Business Management:
  Payroll, invoicing, inventory, and financial analysis.
• Microsoft Office Suite:
  Enhance skills through comprehensive training.
• Payroll, invoicing, inventory and POS systems.
• Interpreting and analyzing common financial reports.
• Reading blueprints and creating material lists.
• Responding to common inquiries or complaints from customers.

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Work in indoor and outdoor settings, assisting customers in all weather conditions. Requires frequent standing, walking, and lifting up to 80 pounds, and occasional exposure to machinery and airborne particles.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Availability:
  Full‑time schedule (48+ hours/week, overtime included).

84 Lumber is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.