Manager In Training

Higginbotham Brothers dates to 1881, when the company opened its first general store in Texas. Today, Higginbotham Brothers supplies professional builders, remodelers and do-it-yourselfers with lumber and a deep catalog of specialty building products, including hardware, windows, doors, plumbing materials and interior/exterior paint, from its 40 locations across Texas and Oklahoma.

Manager in Training (MIT) at Higginbotham Brothers

As a Manager in Training (MIT), you will undergo an immersive training program designed to develop your skills for a Store Manager role. Throughout this program, you will gain hands-on experience across various store locations, learning all aspects of the business, including sales strategies, customer service, inventory management, and personnel leadership. You'll work directly with seasoned leaders in the industry to help you grow in a role that requires versatility, leadership, and a passion for customer service. Upon successful completion of your training, you will be required to relocate to a designated location, and a generous relocation package will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:

• Training & Development: Shadow leaders, take on tasks as the location owner, and assist with store operations to learn the ins and outs of managing a store.
• Team Leadership: Engage with store associates, providing coaching, training, and leadership. Guide a team towards store goals, while overseeing personnel management tasks such as hiring, firing, and performance management.
• Sales & Customer Service: Drive store sales and profitability by developing strategies to meet objectives, assisting customers, and ensuring top-tier service.
• Operations: Oversee day-to-day activities such as scheduling, deliveries, and maintaining inventory for your designated area.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure the safety and adherence to OSHA standards, maintain a safe work environment, and ensure company policies and procedures are followed.
• Reporting: Prepare and verify relevant reports on operations and personnel.

What You Bring to the Role:

• High School Diploma (College degree is a plus).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in retail or the lumber/building materials industry.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to develop and maintain good customer relations.
• Proficiency in leadership duties, including motivating a team, goal-setting, and professional communication.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Basic understanding of OSHA requirements and safety standards.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Willingness to relocate to an assigned Higginbothams store location after completing the 90-day training program.

Experience & Skills Required:

• 1-3 years of supervisory experience in a related field (warehouse, lumber yard, etc.), with a track record of leading a team of 4 or more associates.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with experience in providing feedback and managing personnel.
• Ability to manage costs, budgets, and meet operational goals for your area.
• Experience in maintaining inventory and supervising staff in a dynamic environment.

Additional Requirements:

• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all company policies and standards.
• Adhere to the company's commitment to workplace safety.

Compensation & Benefits:

Pay is based on relevant experience. Salary is subject to increase upon promotion to a Manager.

• During Training: $40K - $50K per year.
• After Training: $50k - $85k per year.
• Relocation: Required after 90 days of training, with a generous relocation package provided (as necessary).

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, learn from industry leaders, and grow in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply!

Higginbotham Brothers (HBC) , a Division of US LBM Holdings, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.