gas station manager

Government of Canada - Western; Strathmore; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Strathmore, Alberta is looking for an Operations Manager to oversee daily operations at a gas bar. Responsibilities include managing a small team, evaluating market research, and developing marketing strategies. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and have 1-2 years of retail management experience. The role requires a valid driver's license, as public transportation is unavailable. The work environment is fast-paced and demands attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience required.
• Valid driver's license is mandatory.
• Experience in a retail/wholesale or gas bar setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and control daily operations.
• Manage staff and assign duties.
• Evaluate daily operations and make improvements.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies.
• Manage budgets and monitor revenues.

Skills

Analytical

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Time management

Adaptability

Creativity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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Work setting

• Gas bar
• Retail/wholesale establishment/distribution centre

Responsibilities

• Direct and control daily operations
• Evaluate daily operations
• Plan and organize daily operations
• Manage staff and assign duties
• Study market research and trends to determine consumer demand, potential sales volumes and effect of competitors' operations on sales
• Determine merchandise and services to be sold
• Implement price and credits policies
• Locate, select and procure merchandise for resale
• Develop and implement marketing strategies
• Plan budgets and monitor revenues and expenses
• Determine staffing requirements
• Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages
• Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers
• Oversee payroll administration
• Conduct performance reviews

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Additional information

• Valid driver's licence
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Adaptability
• Analytical
• Collaborative
• Creativity
• Efficiency
• Energetic
• Goal-oriented
• Hardworking
• Integrity
• Outgoing
• Positive attitude
• Proactive
• Quick learner
• Time management
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Maturity
• Patience
• Resourcefulness
• Ability to multitask