Center Store Manager - Oglesby, IL

Casey; Oglesby (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts and recognition

Career growth and development

Job summary

Casey in Illinois is seeking a hands-on Center Store Manager to lead daily operations, train and empower team members, and ensure a guest‑centric experience. You’ll partner with the Store Manager to maintain inventory accuracy, complete audits, and strengthen vendor relationships to keep products in stock.

You’ll be responsible for coaching a high‑performing team, guiding safety and service standards, and driving accountability across the center store.

Qualifications

• Clear and effective communication with guests and team members.
• Passion for training, coaching, and developing staff.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, drive performance, and meet goals.
• Hands-on leadership focused on guest experience and store operations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead with accountability and empower staff within the center store operations.
• Collaborate with Store Manager to train, coach, and engage team members.
• Oversee daily tasks, store walks, safety processes, and ticketing systems.
• Manage inventory and daily bookwork under Store Manager oversight.
• Resolve guest concerns related to service and product availability.
• Serve as part of the store leadership team and cover for other leaders when needed.

Skills

Clear communication

Training

Coaching

Leadership

Prioritization

Guest experience

Operational excellence

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: $18.00 - 20.70

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 .

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Requirements

What 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