Store Manager I

Farmers Co-op Oil Company; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmers Co-op Oil Company in Kentucky seeks a Store Manager to lead daily operations, manage inventory, and coach teammates to deliver outstanding service.

You will recruit, schedule staff, monitor budgets, and ensure safety and policy compliance, while creating a welcoming store that makes customers feel valued. Liquor store or food service experience is a plus, and prior store management is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Previous retail management or leadership experience.
• Excellent customer service.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience budgeting, pricing, sales, and inventory management.
• Liquor store and/or food service experience is desired.
• Willingness to work hands-on with the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily store operations, including sales, inventory, staffing, and customer service.
• Create a welcoming environment where customers and employees feel valued.
• Train, coach, and motivate employees to succeed.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase sales and profitability.
• Recruit, interview, hire, and onboard new team members.
• Prepare schedules and ensure shifts are properly staffed.
• Monitor expenses and operate within established budget guidelines.
• Oversee pricing, inventory levels, ordering, and product presentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and inviting store.
• Ensure company policies, procedures, and safety standards are followed.
• Step in wherever needed to support the team and keep operations running smoothly.

Skills

Store leadership

Customer service

Communication

Team development

Budgeting & inventory

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Time management

Hands-on leadership

Multitasking

Job description

Description

Store Manager

Lead the Team. Grow the Store. Make a Difference!

Overview

We are looking for an energetic, dependable, and people-focused Store Manager to join our team! This is a great opportunity for an experienced leader who enjoys building a strong team, connecting with customers, and creating a store environment everyone can be proud of.

As Store Manager, you will lead daily operations, support and develop employees, deliver outstanding customer service, and help drive the store's continued success. If you are a hands-on leader who brings a positive attitude and enjoys making a difference, we would love to meet you!

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage daily store operations, including sales, inventory, staffing, and customer service.
• Create a welcoming environment where customers and employees feel valued.
• Train, coach, and motivate employees to succeed.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase sales and profitability.
• Recruit, interview, hire, and onboard new team members.
• Prepare schedules and ensure shifts are properly staffed.
• Monitor expenses and operate within established budget guidelines.
• Oversee pricing, inventory levels, ordering, and product presentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and inviting store.
• Ensure company policies, procedures, and safety standards are followed.
• Step in wherever needed to support the team and keep operations running smoothly.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Previous retail management or leadership experience.
• A strong commitment to excellent customer service.
• A positive, approachable, and motivating leadership style.
• Experience managing and developing a team.
• Knowledge of budgeting, pricing, sales, and inventory management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization, problem-solving, and time-management abilities.
• The ability to multitask and remain calm in a fast-paced environment.
• A dependable, hands-on leader who is willing to work alongside the team.
• Liquor store and/or food service experience is desired.
• Previous experience as a Store Manager is preferred but not required.