Store Manager: Lead Team, Elevate Customer Experience

Farmers Co-op Oil Company; Minnesota, United States, Northern America, Americas; 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

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.