Store General Manager - Fast-Paced C-Store Leader

gfsapplegreen; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

gfsapplegreen is seeking a Convenience Store General Manager in Columbia, SC to lead store operations, manage staff, and drive profitability. This salaried/exempt role oversees stock, overheads, and reporting while ensuring high standards of customer service and store presentation.

You will collaborate with district management to meet GP, net margin, and sales targets while maintaining a positive guest experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and management skills with ability to motivate staff.
• Experience working to targets, KPI’s and measurements.
• Understanding of P&L and financials.
• Excellent customer service abilities and positive attitude.
• Retail management experience highly preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours including days, evenings, weekends and holidays to meet the needs of the business.
• High School/GED required.
• Customer service experience required.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Teams, Excel and Outlook.
• Frequent standing for long periods.
• Must be able to lift 25-50 pounds at times.

Responsibilities

• Staff management: interview, selection, and training of all staff for the retail location.
• Organizes and oversees the schedules and work of staff.
• Confirms daily sales reports and cash receipts; ensures monies are deposited regularly, and reports are submitted as prescribed by company policies.
• Ensure store standards are consistently improved in terms of housekeeping, merchandising, presentation, and service.
• Holds regular communication meetings with staff to ensure all plans are carried out.
• Addresses customer needs and resolves issues, ensuring positive and long-term customer relationships.
• Ensures inventory data is correct by performing spot inventory counts and checks.
• Collaborates with regional managers to develop, coordinate, and identify cost-effective advertising and hiring strategies.
• Ensures that the store always looks clean and inviting.
• Achieve Gross Profit Margin, Net Margin and Sales Targets as agreed with District Managers
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

KPI and targets

P&L understanding

Retail management

Flexibility

Office software

Education

High School / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

gfsapplegreen is seeking a Convenience Store General Manager in Columbia, SC to lead store operations, manage staff, and drive profitability. This salaried/exempt role oversees stock, overheads, and reporting while ensuring high standards of customer service and store presentation.

You will collaborate with district management to meet GP, net margin, and sales targets while maintaining a positive guest experience.