Center Store Manager - Columbus, IN

Caseys General Stores Inc.; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Recognition programs

Career growth and development

Job summary

Casey’s General Stores Inc. is seeking a Center Store Manager to lead operations and engage the team in delivering an outstanding guest experience.

You will train, guide, and empower associates, ensure accurate inventory, and support vendor relations under the Store Manager's supervision. You’ll oversee daily tasks, safety checks, and store walks while maintaining financial integrity through invoices and bookwork.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Proven leadership and coaching abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, drive performance, and meet goals.
• Hands-on leadership with focus on guest experience and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead center store operations with accountability and empowerment.
• Train, coach, and engage team members in collaboration with the Store Manager.
• Oversee daily tasks, safety processes, and store walks.
• Ensure accurate inventory, audits, and timely invoice processing.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Coaching

Team engagement

Inventory management

Job description

As a Center Store Manager, you’ll be a hands-on leader responsible for driving operational excellence and team engagement within the center store. Working closely with the Store Manager, you’ll train, guide, and empower team members to deliver an exceptional guest experience. In addition, you’ll be accountable for accurate inventory counts, conducting audits to ensure compliance, managing invoices to maintain financial integrity, and performing regular vendor check-ins to strengthen partnerships and ensure product availability.

• Employee discounts and recognition programs
• Career growth and development opportunities

What You’ll Do as a Center Store Manager

• Lead with accountability and empowerment, influencing operational activities within the center of the store .
• Partner with the Store Manager to train, coach, and engage team members.
• Under the supervision of the Store Manager, o versee all center store activities, ensuring:
• Daily task lists are completed.
• Daily store walks and safety processes are followed.
• Service and maintenance tickets are entered promptly.
• Manage inventory and complete daily bookwork with oversight from the Store Manager.
• Anticipate and resolve guest concerns related to team member service, keeping the Store Manager informed.
• Serve as part of the store leadership team, stepping in to lead when other leaders are unavailable.
• Proficiently perform all Store Team Member duties as needed.

Compensation:

Starting pay range: $14.00 - $16.10

Actual pay may vary based on Casey’s assessment of the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, and qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include local prevailing wages and internal equity.

Our full salary range for this role does extend beyond the hiring range listed, allowing team members the opportunity to continue to grow within the company .

Requirements

Wha t We’re Looking For:

• Ability to communicate clearly.
• Strong passion for training, coaching, and team engagement.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, drive performance, and accomplish goals.
• Hands-on leadership style with a focus on guest experience and operational excellence.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities