Future GM: Operations Leader in Training

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc.; Walnut (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

401(k) match

Insurance after 30 days

Competitive pay

Career development

Bonus program

Hiring immediately

Job summary

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily operations and drive efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction across multiple business areas including retail, fuel, and food service.

Two+ years in retail or c-store management is required, with proven ability to manage teams, budgets, and P&L. This role emphasizes strong leadership, effective scheduling, and meeting sales targets in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in retail, travel stop or c-store management.
• 2+ years managing operations with annual sales in millions.
• 2+ years supervising and training 5–10+ employees.
• Intermediate level computer skills including Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on responsibility of multiple business operations up to and potentially including retail store, fuel, restaurant, fresh kitchen, and truck care.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and well-maintained facility through restroom and shower cleanliness, facilities, equipment maintenance, and safety checks.
• Drive sales of products and services through efficient ordering, stocking, inventory management, and merchandising standards.
• Assist the General Manager with proper task execution and completion, schedule and cash integrity, and complete daily, weekly, and monthly reporting.
• Understand financial reporting to include analyzing profit and loss statements and affecting change to capture and capitalize on opportunities.
• Collaborate with managers in the efforts of talent acquisition.

Skills

Customer service

Salesmanship

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily operations and drive efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction across multiple business areas including retail, fuel, and food service.

Two+ years in retail or c-store management is required, with proven ability to manage teams, budgets, and P&L. This role emphasizes strong leadership, effective scheduling, and meeting sales targets in a fast-paced environment.