Area Store Manager Trainee

The purpose of this classification is to provide structured training and development for individuals sponsored by the Home Office (Corporate Office) with the ultimate goal of preparing and placing the individual into a permanent Store Manager position upon successful completion of the Store Manager Trainee (SMT) Program.

The SMT Program is designed to develop well rounded store leaders by combining in store operational training, online learning, role based immersion, and in person live training events. The SMT will progressively learn, practice, and demonstrate proficiency in all major areas of store operations while supporting daily store functions in assigned training locations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The SMT’s number one priority while on the program is the successful completion of all training requirements. In addition, the Trainee supports daily store operations in assigned training locations.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Completes all assigned Farmers Academy training, Thrive Program rotations, live training events, projects, assessments, and required documentation.
• Attends an initial online Orientation with assigned Supervisor to review program structure, expectations, timelines, and training requirements
• Participates in required weekly online SMT Check In Meetings
• Assists in day to day store operations including sales, credit, collections, warehouse, delivery, bookkeeping, and general office functions
• Operates and demonstrates proficiency in the Company’s point of sale systems, computer applications, and operational tools.
• Sells merchandise, creates sales and installment contracts, takes customer payments, and assists with account approvals.
• Assists with inventory counts, store displays, special promotions, and sales events.
• May be required to work in multiple store locations to meet training needs.
• May be required to manage a store location in the Store Manager’s absence.
• May be required to travel to other training locations and submit travel expense reports in accordance with Company policy.
• Adheres to all Company policies, procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements

PROGRAM COMPLETION & PLACEMENT

Successful completion of the SMT Program requires that the SMT:

• Complete all Farmers Academy training requirements
• Successfully complete all three Thrive Program rotations
• Attend and complete all three In Person Live Training Events
• Maintain satisfactory performance and conduct throughout the program
• Demonstrate operational readiness for Store Manager responsibilities

Upon completion of all program requirements, the SMT becomes eligible for placement into a permanent Store Manager position based on Company needs, performance readiness, and geographic availability. Placement decisions are coordinated by the Home Office in partnership with Operations leadership.

• Upholds and promotes our H.O.M.E. values: Helping others, developing Ordinary people to do extraordinary things, being a Motivated owner that cares, and Ensuring that excellence is a habit personally and for those entrusted to them to lead.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs other related duties as required.