Area Leader (Manager) Trainee

7-Eleven • Tinley Park, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

7-Eleven is seeking an Area Leader Trainee for a retail sales role. This position involves directly overseeing 12-14 store locations and training employees to provide exceptional customer service. The company offers an in-depth training program typically lasting 12 months, with significant career growth potential. Successful Area Leaders can move into key operational roles and explore various career paths within 2-5 years. A company vehicle is provided for business use upon appointment to a district.

Requirements

• A 4-year degree from an accredited college or university in a related field or 5+ years of experience managing district or regional operations for retail/commercial, or a large single commercial store with multiple managers and 100+ employees.
• A valid Driver’s License from the state of residence while maintaining automotive liability insurance during course of employment.
• The ability to multi-task, being self-motivated, performing repeated bending, standing, and reaching, and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Previous multi-unit management experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Staffing, training, and supervising Store Leaders
• Implementing merchandising programs
• Controlling cash and inventory
• Motivating and teambuilding
• Promoting excellent customer service
• Profit and loss management including budget planning
• Maximizing sales and controlling expenses
• Setting performance goals and objectives
• Monitoring results with upper management

Benefits

• 401k plan
• Coverage in medical, dental, life, and vision insurances available
• Paid vacation and sick pay plans
• Paid holidays
• Bonus potential
• Tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager