GM in Training — Lead Ops and Growth Path

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc.; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance (company funded)

Paid Time Off

Flexible Scheduling

401(k) – 100% match up to 5%

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance after

Competitive Pay

Career Development

Quarterly Bonus Program

Hiring Immediately

Job summary

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee multi-site functions including store, fuel, kitchen, and truck care. You will lead a team, manage processes, and drive sales while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires 2+ years in retail or c-store management with strong budgeting and reporting skills, plus excellent communication and teamwork. Candidates must pass pre-employment checks; local travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in retail, travel stop or c-store management.
• 2+ years managing operations with an annual sales volume of $2+million.
• 2+ years affecting and deciphering budgets and P&L statements.
• 2+ years supervising and training 5-10+ employees.
• Intermediate level computer skills including Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

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

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Shift flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee multi-site functions including store, fuel, kitchen, and truck care. You will lead a team, manage processes, and drive sales while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires 2+ years in retail or c-store management with strong budgeting and reporting skills, plus excellent communication and teamwork. Candidates must pass pre-employment checks; local travel may be required.