Store Manager in Training

Circle K; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Store Manager in Training to lead a team and ensure exceptional customer service. This role involves recruiting and training enthusiastic employees, managing daily operations, and maintaining a positive store image. The ideal candidate will be skilled in financial analysis and have a strong background in retail management. Join a forward-thinking company that values leadership and community engagement, and make a significant impact in a vibrant work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail sales preferred.
• Ability to supervise and train employees effectively.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, and train employees to ensure excellent customer service.
• Analyze daily sales and expense information to maximize profits.
• Maintain a clean and organized store environment.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Retail Management

Communication

Training and Development

Financial Analysis

Education

High School diploma or GED

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Heartland BU - Region 05 - Market 03: 1000 Milwaukee Ave, Lincolnshire, Illinois 60069

Availability - Shift/Days
Flexible Availability

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in retail sales preferred.
• Experience to perform the essential duties, responsibilities and working in the conditions described below.
• Ability to supervise and train for the use of equipment, tools and materials listed in the Customer Service Representative (CSR) and Assistant Site Manager (ASM) job description.
• Ability to supervise and manage the functions listed in the CSR and ASM job description.
• Ability to use computer, or acquire those skills necessary to use a computer at the site, which includes analysis of reports, inventory control, cash control, counseling notices, etc.
• A valid driver’s license and adequate transportation to/from bank and corporate management meetings.
• Ability to communicate (orally and in writing) in English.
• Perform other duties as assigned or delegated by his/her supervisor.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities And Skills

Leadership and Management

• Recruit, hire and train positive, enthusiastic employees, ensuring excellent customer service.
• Develop, manage and assign tasks appropriately to ensure the site is clean, adequately stocked, organized and well kept based on Company standards.
• Maintain a professional and supportive image among subordinates and supervisor.
• Schedule employees within Company guidelines to maximize customer service and maintain site image.
• Implement non-discriminatory related management skills while hiring, training, counseling, motivating and separating employees.

Site Relationships

• Develop positive and professional relationships with all suppliers.
• Promote excellent service and resolve customer complaints in a timely, professional manner.
• Promote and ensure a safe, positive public image within the neighboring community.

Training and Development

• Prepare ongoing and timely performance appraisals in writing for all employees, providing proper performance-based feedback.
• Train all employees ensuring that customer service, site image and marketing execution meet Company standards.
• Train all employees on safety procedures and promote safety awareness.

Communication

• Develop ways and means to ensure that all employees receive proper communication in a timely manner.
• Establish periodic ongoing communication meetings with all site employees and the Market Manager.

Organizing and Planning

• Evaluate and develop specific action plans to address the needs of the site in order to reach the desired objectives.
• Organize and maintain all site files and manuals.
• Manage and supervise store employees to ensure that all required and requested reports are completed accurately and timely.
• Manage and supervise store employees to ensure that all merchandise is stocked, attractively displayed and priced correctly.
• Ensure that all required employment-related posters and signs are in a place that is easily accessible to all employees.

Financial

• Analyze daily sales and expense information and take appropriate action to maximize sales and net profits.
• Budget and forecast P&L lines, as well as understand and manage merchandise margins.
• Safeguard and account for all money received and disbursed.
• Perform all other financial analysis necessary to maximize sales and net profits.

Working Conditions

• Performs approximately all work indoors but will be required to work outside to clean parking lots, gas pumps, take out garbage, etc.
• Be exposed to occasional cold temperature extremes while supervising or managing store employees performing work in a walk-in cooler and/or freezer.
• Be exposed to occasional noise.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Work as an effective manager, supervisor, and leader at all times.

Note: This job description may change periodically as required by business necessity, with or without notice.

Hiring Range: $19.00 to $19.25

Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the ADA and all applicable laws. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations. Please inform HR if assistance is needed.