General Manager

Wortmanstores; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee fuel discount

Competitive salary

Monthly commission opportunities

Flexible scheduling

Career advancement opportunities

Annual wage increases

Uniform contribution

Team Member Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Wortmanstores is seeking a Full-Time General Manager for their Effingham, Illinois location. The role focuses on leading daily operations, developing team members, and enhancing customer experience in a fast-paced retail environment.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, integrity, and is goal-oriented. They will be responsible for maintaining high operational standards and achieving profitable sales while supporting the growth of their team.

Benefits include competitive salary, employee fuel discounts, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management or related field.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Positive and customer-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations and manage team performance.
• Recruit, train, and develop store employees.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and standards.
• Monitor sales performance and implement action plans.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Decision-making

Team development

Communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent management experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Jack Flash is looking for a Full-Time General Manager to lead our location in Effingham, Illinois. If you're a motivated leader who enjoys developing people, driving results, and creating a great customer experience in a fast-paced retail environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Position Overview

As the General Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of the store while leading, developing, and supporting your team. You'll be responsible for creating an environment that delivers outstanding customer service, maintains high operational standards, and drives profitable sales. Success in this role requires strong leadership, sound decision-making, and the ability to balance administrative responsibilities with hands‑on store operations. You'll work closely with fellow managers, Home Office personnel, and vendors to ensure the store operates efficiently and meets company expectations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and supervise team members in a fair, consistent, and professional manner.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop customer-focused employees.
• Foster a safe environment for both customers and team members.
• Ensure the store consistently meets company standards for appearance, cleanliness, and operations.
• Support the growth and development of employees while maintaining compliance with all company policies.
• Create and implement action plans to improve store performance and sales.
• Complete and review daily administrative tasks, including invoices, shift reconciliations, and required reports.
• Manage inventory levels through accurate ordering and merchandising.
• Monitor competitor fuel pricing and other local market trends.

Qualifications

• Friendly, positive, and customer-focused.
• Honest with strong personal integrity.
• Dependable and accountable.
• Comfortable making decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Goal-oriented.
• A collaborative and supportive team leader.
• Professional, fair, and respectful.
• An effective communicator.
• Self-motivated and organized.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Associate degree, two years of related management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

• Employee fuel discount.
• Competitive salary.
• Monthly commission opportunities.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Annual wage increases.
• Uniform contribution.
• Team Member Referral Bonus Program.