Field Operations Manager – Store Operations

Job Description

Entry-Level Travelling Manager Trainee | 84 Lumber

The Tone:
This is a full-time, highly mobile Entry-Level Travelling Manager Trainee role for 84 Lumber, requiring extensive nationwide travel and a willingness to relocate for future management positions. 84 Lumber is a family-owned company, recognized as 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 across 34 states. This entry-level position is a foundational step on the management career path, designed to provide comprehensive, hands-on experience in store operations and equip individuals with the skills needed to progress into leadership roles within the company. It represents a significant investment in career growth for individuals ready to build a rewarding and lifelong career through a structured learning plan and continuous development.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career, management path
• Type: Full-time (48+ hours/week)
• Location: Highly mobile, 95%+ nationwide travel required, with willingness to relocate for management positions. Training initially occurs at an assigned home location for typically 2-3 months, followed by travel assignments to various 84 Lumber locations nationwide, which typically last 5 to 12 consecutive days. All travel arrangements (flights, rental vehicles, hotel accommodations) are managed and paid for by 84 Lumber’s Travel Department.
• Pay: $51000 yearly
• Mission: To complete a comprehensive learning plan and course of study, gain hands-on experience in diverse store operations, and ultimately advance into a leadership position within 84 Lumber, with General Manager achievable within 3-4 years based on performance.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Product Handling & Sales: Support daily operations related to managing products and facilitating retail sales.
• Logistics & Equipment: Handle freight, operate forklifts, and obtain necessary certifications for equipment operation.
• Inventory Management: Manage merchandising activities, control inventory levels, and implement reduction initiatives.
• Blueprint Estimation: Create accurate material estimates by interpreting blueprints provided.
• Operational Support: Assist with special projects specifically designed to address staffing and operational needs across various locations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level position for individuals ready to enter a management career path. Requires a high school diploma or GED-equivalent.
• Experience: No specific years of prior experience are explicitly required. Candidates must demonstrate familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite. A critical requirement is the willingness to complete a defined learning plan and course of study within an assigned timeframe.
• Skills: Essential skills include the availability to work a full-time schedule, typically 48+ hours per week, and a strong commitment to extensive travel (95%+) to various 84 Lumber locations nationwide for operational support. Additionally, candidates must be willing to relocate for management positions upon successful completion of their training and demonstrated performance.