Manager In Training

Buddy's Home Furnishings - Elgin, IL
Elgin, IL

Description

Buddy’s Home Furnishings is the third-largest Rent-To-Own (RTO) retail provider of furniture, appliances, electronics, and computers in the United States. Over the past five years, we have expanded aggressively, adding new company-owned and franchised stores nationwide.

Come join our growing team!

Benefits include:
* Salary: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
* Paid Time Off
* Closed on Sundays*
* Discounts
* Health & Retirement benefits (vary depending on location)

Manager in Training / Management Trainee Role Summary:
The Manager in Training (MIT) / Management Trainee program is an entry level vital stepping stone within our organization, with most of our store manager and leaders starting as MITs. The MIT role emphasizes the importance of actively performing job duties to become proficient in all aspects of the business (see the Physical Requirements section).

Training provided and you will be cross trained in all aspects of store management and operations.
* This is an in-person job and only available physically at the specified location.
* You must be over the age of 21 to be considered for this position.

Principal Responsibilities:
* Train to become proficient in all aspects of the business
* Acquire and maintain customers
* Drive store sales
* Manage customer accounts
* Deliver exceptional customer service
* Perform in-home delivery and setup
* Handle inventory management
* Account management and collection
* Retail sales and customer service
* Meet and exceed target sales and profit goals

Requirements/Responsibilities

Manager in Training Requirements:
* Must be over the age of 21 to drive a vehicle for work (insurance requirement)
* This is an in-person job; remote work is not available
* Effective organizational skills
* Strong communication skills
* High School Diploma or GED

Physical Requirements:
* Routine lifting, loading, and moving of merchandise (50-300 pounds) using a dolly
* Stooping, bending, pulling, reaching, and grabbing
* Ability to traverse multiple flights of stairs while carrying furniture, appliances, and electronics
* Prolonged periods of driving and standing
* Ability to work in various indoor and outdoor climates and weather conditions

Additional Information:
* Buddy’s Home Furnishings is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
* A detailed background check, including driving history and drug screening, is required.

Special Instructions

Please do not send any emails, resumes, or call.
We are making it really easy to apply for this position.

Simply submit a ZippyApp application package which may include the Common Employment Application, Resume, and a Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter, please write a short paragraph describing yourself and why you would make a great addition to our team. ZippyApp is the Common Employment Application for online and mobile that allows you to apply for jobs with one click, and is being accepted at a growing number of businesses each day.
Posted 2025-11-21

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