External Store Manager in Training

Circle K•Kenner, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The External Store Manager in Training supports the operation of a retail store and is expected to perform the general qualifications and duties of a Store Manager. The role includes leading and managing employees, maintaining customer service and site standards, overseeing training and communication, organizing store operations, and managing financial performance. The manager works with minimal direction and supervision and is expected to serve effectively as a manager, supervisor, and leader. Work is performed mostly indoors, with outdoor tasks such as cleaning parking lots and gas pumps and taking out garbage. The role may involve occasional exposure to cold temperatures while supervising work in a walk-in cooler or freezer, as well as occasional noise. The job description may change periodically based on business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Retail sales experience preferred.
Experience sufficient to perform the essential duties and work in the described conditions.
Ability to supervise and train employees in the use of equipment, tools, and materials listed in the Customer Service Representative and Assistant Site Manager job descriptions.
Ability to supervise and manage the functions listed in the Customer Service Representative and Assistant Site Manager job descriptions.
Ability to use a computer, or acquire the skills necessary to use one at the site, including analyzing reports and handling inventory control, cash control, and counseling notices.
Valid driver’s license and adequate transportation to and from the bank and corporate management meetings.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English.
Ability to work with minimal direction and supervision.

Nice To Haves

Retail sales experience.
High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Recruit, hire, train, and manage employees to support excellent customer service.
Develop, manage, and assign tasks to keep the site clean, stocked, organized, and maintained according to company standards.
Maintain a professional and supportive image among employees and supervisors.
Schedule employees within company guidelines to maximize customer service and maintain the site image.
Use non-discriminatory management practices when hiring, training, counseling, motivating, and separating employees.
Develop positive, professional relationships with suppliers.
Promote excellent customer service and resolve complaints promptly and professionally.
Promote and maintain a safe, positive public image in the neighboring community.
Prepare timely written performance appraisals and provide appropriate feedback to employees.
Train employees to meet company standards for customer service, site image, marketing execution, and safety.
Develop ways to ensure employees receive timely and appropriate communication.
Hold periodic ongoing communication meetings with site employees and the Market Manager.
Evaluate site needs and develop action plans to achieve objectives.
Organize and maintain site files and manuals.
Supervise employees to ensure required and requested reports are completed accurately and on time.
Ensure merchandise is stocked, attractively displayed, and correctly priced.
Ensure required employment posters and signs are accessible to employees.
Analyze daily sales and expense information and take appropriate action to maximize sales and net profits.
Budget and forecast profit-and-loss lines and manage merchandise margins.
Safeguard and account for all money received and disbursed.
Perform other financial analysis needed to maximize sales and net profits.
Perform other duties as assigned or delegated by the supervisor.
Work outdoors as needed to clean parking lots and gas pumps and take out garbage.