Store Manager Trainee
Colliflower, Inc. is looking for a hands-on, customer-focused Store Manager Trainee based out of our Maryville, TN location. As a premier Parker Hannifin distributor since 1951, we supply hydraulic and pneumatic hoses, fittings, couplings, and accessories across multiple locations.
This role is ideal for someone eager to build a long-term career in the fluid conveyance industry while gaining deep, hands-on knowledge of our products and services. You will learn the industry from the ground up alongside seasoned professionals, developing technical expertise in our product lines and services while mastering custom hose fabrication, parts counter sales, inventory control, budgeting, and day-to-day store leadership.
Hours: Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Key Responsibilities
- Customer & Sales Support: Deliver exceptional customer service at the parts counter, using your growing product knowledge to guide customers to the right fluid connector solutions for their applications.
- Hands-On Fabrication: Learn to safely and accurately fabricate custom hydraulic and pneumatic hose assemblies
- Store Operations: Assist in managing daily store functions, including inventory control, stock replenishment, projecting, and budgeting.
- Facility Management: Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and brand-consistent retail and workshop environment.
- Team Collaboration: Partner with regional leadership and fellow team members to drive store sales and uphold Colliflower’s service standards.
Qualifications & Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Customer-first work ethic with a personable, professional demeanor
- Self-motivated, positive attitude with a strong desire to learn the industry and grow into leadership
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills to handle multiple customers and tasks smoothly
- Strong math and measurement skills, including comfort with standard and metric conversions
- Basic proficiency with computer systems and point-of-sale software
- Mechanical aptitude or prior experience in a retail, parts counter, or industrial environment is a strong plus
- Ability to safely lift and move up to 150 lbs
- Reliable transportation
Total Compensation & Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Company-paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability (LTD), and AD&D
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Paid vacation and paid holidays
- Employee discounts and more
Our Vision Our goal is simple: To be the Best Fluid Connector Distributor in the World. Every day, our team strives to exceed expectations, do the right thing, solve problems with the best available solutions, and ensure every customer interaction is a positive experience.
Visit colliflower.com to learn more about our company, product lines, and store locations.
Colliflower, is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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