Store Manager

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Epworth (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Epworth, IA seeks a Store Manager to lead day-to-day store operations, mentor staff, and deliver exceptional customer service. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, team development, and achieving store goals in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires managing scheduling, inventory, vendor relations, and payroll-related tasks, while maintaining a clean, well-stocked store and supporting food service operations.

Qualifications

• Retail or supervisory experience preferred but not required.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills are essential.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day store operations and customer service.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop employees.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships and oversee deliveries.
• Support food service operations and ensure quality and safety standards.
• Monitor financial transactions, payroll and store performance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stocked store environment.
• Utilize Red River to support inventory and operations.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Tools

Red River

Job description

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a Store Manager for a growing company with locations in Epworth and Earlville, Iowa. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for overseeing daily store operations, developing team members, and delivering an exceptional customer experience. We're looking for an energetic leader who enjoys working alongside their team, driving results, and creating a positive environment for both employees and customers.

What You'll Do

As the Store Manager, you'll oversee the day-to-day operations of the store while ensuring exceptional customer service, efficient operations, and a well-trained team. Key responsibilities include:

• Managing scheduling, inventory, merchandise ordering, and overall store operations.
• Recruiting, training, coaching, and developing employees while fostering a positive team culture.
• Building and maintaining strong vendor relationships and overseeing product deliveries.
• Supporting food service operations, including ensuring quality, freshness, and food safety standards are met.
• Monitoring daily financial transactions, payroll reporting, and store performance.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and fully stocked store environment.
• Utilizing store management software, including Red River, to support inventory and operational needs.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can balance customer service, team development, and business operations in a fast-paced environment.

• Previous experience in retail, convenience stores, food service, fast food, or a supervisory role is preferred but not required.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, and remain active throughout the workday.
• A commitment to delivering a great customer experience and driving store success.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salaried compensation package.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.