Training Manager Jobs in Tennessee
Training Manager jobs in Tennessee are consistently in demand, with active hiring across healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, and corporate services at levels from entry-level training coordinator through senior director of learning and development. Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville are the strongest hiring metros, anchored by employers like HCA Healthcare, FedEx, and Pilot Flying J, which maintain large training and development functions in the state. Corporate instructional design, frontline workforce development, and compliance training are the specialties drawing the most consistent interest from Tennessee employers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About GNC
Since 1935, GNC has been a global leader in health and wellness innovation, inspiring people to achieve their goals with a trusted and dynamic range of products. As #TeamGNC, we prioritize our consumers, constantly collaborating and developing new ideas to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Our team is passionate about driving change and turning aspirations into actions. We believe that good health is the greatest gift, and there's nothing more rewarding than helping others achieve it. Join us in empowering others to Live Well!
Performance Incentive Opportunity
In addition to competitive hourly pay, eligible Distribution Center team members who consistently exceed productivity expectations may earn additional performance based incentive pay. Team members who consistently exceed productivity expectations while maintaining quality and safety standards are rewarded through GNC's incentive program, creating the opportunity to significantly increase their earnings.
What We're Looking For:
GNC's Store Manager in Training (SMIT) position is a development focused role that is crafted to prepare an individual to manage their own store. Under the leadership of a Store Manager or District Manager, this hands-on program will teach you the skills and knowledge needed to successfully operate your own store, drive for results, and develop and lead your team.
We are seeking a dynamic individual who embodies GNC's "Live Well" philosophy-living strong, living long, and living fit. At GNC, we celebrate the fact that everyone's journey to living well is unique. As a SMIT, you are part of team that is passionate about helping everyone win. With your understanding of business needs and passion for health and wellness, you find great excitement in offering tailored and innovative solutions to each customer.
What You'll Do:
This is a Full-Time Hourly Supervisory Position
As a SMIT, we are invested in your growth and expect you to be as well. The SMIT role is a fast track to management, providing work assignments and training opportunities to prepare you for promotion from a SMIT to a Store Manager. As a SMIT you will learn and be expected to lead, coach, and support your team to provide exceptional service and guidance to our customers. Alongside a Store Manager or District Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of the store, including business performance, product management, and ensure your team has the tools to succeed. You will support your store as a management team member and lead in a manner that is consistent with GNC values and policies. In this key role, you'll represent the GNC brand by offering expert product knowledge and promoting our "Live Well" message to customers.
- Responsible for actively engaging with your leader in training initiatives, projects, and goals to support you on your path to promotion during the program.
- Responsible for supporting the total shopping experience, including visual and operational elements, current sales initiatives, and the customer relationship that leads to sales and repeat business, i.e. MYGNC Rewards.
- Ability to achieve and exceed personal sales and productivity goals, while helping sales associates to realize their sales potential.
- Ability to build strong teams, demonstrate leadership, and managerial skills, such as giving feedback to store associates regarding work performance on an on-going basis, recruiting, hiring, and performance management.
- Opening, closing and operating the retail facility. Including, but not limited to cash handling, inventory count and deposits according to GNC procedures.
- Attending community fairs, conferences, meetings, and other public gatherings to promote the organization's mission and initiatives.
Selection for the SMIT position does not guarantee promotion into a Store Manager position. At the end of 90 days, your performance will be assessed and evaluated to determine your eligibility for promotion to a Store Manager position. This assessment will include a variety of factors, including but not limited to performance, availability of openings, and willingness to accept a promotion at any location in the designated market.
Environmental Factors & Working Schedule:
- Must be able to stand or walk for up to eight hours a day.
- Frequent reaching and bending and twisting - below waist and above shoulders.
- Frequently required to use repetitive hand-to-finger motions and reach with hands and arms.
- Frequently lifting up to twenty pounds, occasionally lifting up to 40 pounds. Push/pull up to 20 lbs.
- Ability to climb ladders, reach and bend.
- Work in temperatures ranging from 50 - 85 degrees - especially in our stock room areas.
- Use of a computer up to 60 % of the time throughout the day.
SMITs are expected to work five (5) days / forty (40) hours a week and adhere to the guidelines below:
- SMITs of mall and strip center stores must work at least two nights during the week until closing, one weekend night and one other night.
- Strip center SMITs must also work a full shift on Saturdays.
- Mall SMITs are expected to work peak business days including weekends (Saturday & Sunday).
- SMITs are expected to work a minimum of one full Sunday per month.
- SMITs of downtown stores must also work during the lunch hour of 11am to 2pm Monday through Friday. Downtown SMITs must also work one night per week until closing if the store is open in the evening. SMITs of downtown stores are not required to work Saturdays.
- SMITs are expected to work all major U.S. holidays that the store is open
Req Benefits: Opportunity to earn additional income through GNC's Individual Sales Incentive Plan, Medical, dental, vision insurance, employer-paid life insurance, flex spending accounts, short- term and long-term disability, 401(k) with 4% employer match (match begins after 1 year of service), Paid time off: 11 vacation days (accrued annually), 5 sick days (40 hours per year), 8 holiday (6 floating holidays, 2 observed holidays), Paid parental leave: 8-week paid maternity leave/ 2- week paid paternity leave, 30% employee merchandise discount on GNC products & 20% employee discount on 3rd party products
Additional Details :
Benefit Offerings: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Paid Company Life Insurance, 401K program with company match, 30% employee merchandise discount on GNC products & 20% employee discount on 3rd party products, Monthly Free Product Offers, and access to the Employee Assistance Program.
Pay Transparency At GNC, base pay is just one component of our total compensation package. Pay within the range is determined by various factors, including education, work experience, certifications, and federal, state, and local minimum wage regulations. This structure allows for progression as team members grow and develop within their roles. In locations where specific minimum wage requirements apply, the pay range may vary.
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Training Manager Job Market in Tennessee
A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- STC Consolidated Operations21

- Papa John's - Home Run11P
- Domino's8

- Healthcare Services8

- CVS Health6

Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Sports & Recreation
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in training manager jobs across Tennessee.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, education, organizational development, or a related field
- Three or more years of experience designing and delivering workplace training programs
- Proficiency with a learning management system such as Workday Learning, Cornerstone, or similar platforms
- Demonstrated ability to conduct needs assessments and measure training effectiveness and outcomes
- Experience with onboarding programs, compliance training, or frontline workforce development
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills for in-person and virtual instructor-led sessions
Training Manager Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a training manager in Tennessee?
Most training manager roles in Tennessee require a bachelor's degree in human resources, education, or a related field, combined with experience delivering or coordinating workplace training. Tennessee does not require a state-issued license for this role. Earning a professional credential such as the ATD Certified Professional in Learning and Performance or SHRM-CP strengthens applications considerably. Large Tennessee employers in healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics often promote from training coordinator or HR generalist roles.
How much do training managers make in Tennessee?
Training managers in Tennessee earn a median of about $121,030 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $84,680 for the lowest 10% to over $200,970 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire training managers in Tennessee?
Employers hiring training managers in Tennessee right now include STC Consolidated Operations, Papa John's - Home Run, and Domino's, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Tennessee's concentration of large healthcare systems, distribution centers, and corporate headquarters means training manager demand is broad across both white-collar and frontline workforce settings.
Which Tennessee cities have the most training manager jobs?
Knoxville, Memphis, and Nashville account for the largest share of training manager openings in Tennessee. Nashville drives volume through its healthcare, hospitality, and corporate headquarters concentration, while Memphis draws demand from logistics giants and regional distribution operations, and Knoxville benefits from manufacturing and university-affiliated employers that maintain dedicated learning and development teams.
Are there remote training manager jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, and more than many comparable roles. About 9% of training manager openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how much curriculum design, LMS administration, and virtual facilitation work can be done off-site. Roles that involve heavy in-person onboarding or frontline floor training tend to remain on-site, while instructional design and program management positions are most likely to be offered remotely.
How can I get hired as a training manager in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a training coordinator or HR generalist role first, then building toward management. Large Tennessee employers like HCA Healthcare and FedEx run structured onboarding and early-career programs that often include rotation through training functions. Completing an ATD certificate program or building a portfolio of curriculum samples significantly improves candidacy. Lateral moves from roles like operations supervisor, clinical educator, or instructional designer are common stepping stones in the Tennessee market.
Where can I find and apply to training manager jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to training manager jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current Tennessee openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your background and location, and apply directly through each posting.
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