District Leader — Multi-Store Growth & Ops

Vaughan Executive Partners, LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaughan Executive Partners, LLC seeks a District Manager to oversee operations across Illinois retail locations, driving sales, profitability, and an outstanding customer experience. You will lead and develop store teams, uphold standards, and optimize productivity while representing the company with vendors and internal leadership.

The role requires building high‑performing teams, delivering coaching, and maintaining safety and compliance across districts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience leading multiple retail, convenience, or similar locations.
• Proven success in a multi-location leadership role with responsibility for sales and profitability.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and people development skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Willingness to travel regularly across the territory.
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and inspire Managers and store teams across multiple locations.
• Drive top-line sales and bottom-line profitability within the district.
• Ensure high-quality customer experiences across all locations.
• Maintain cleanliness, merchandising, pricing, and store execution standards.
• Provide hands-on leadership and coaching to store teams.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Model leadership and initiative for promotions and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with operating standards and safety policies.
• Conduct regular site audits and address operational issues.
• Allocate resources to maximize productivity and performance.
• Build strong customer and vendor relationships to support growth.
• Develop and retain high-performing direct reports and future leaders.
• Provide ongoing training and development to store teams.
• Address performance issues in partnership with HR and leadership.

Skills

Leadership

People development

Sales leadership

Customer service

Communication

Team-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Management

Job description

Vaughan Executive Partners, LLC seeks a District Manager to oversee operations across Illinois retail locations, driving sales, profitability, and an outstanding customer experience. You will lead and develop store teams, uphold standards, and optimize productivity while representing the company with vendors and internal leadership.

The role requires building high‑performing teams, delivering coaching, and maintaining safety and compliance across districts.