Retail District Manager

WARRENTON OIL GROUP•Warrenton, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The District Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the operational performance of an assigned territory of 7–10 stores to drive sales growth, profitability, and operational excellence. This role ensures that Store Managers are properly trained, supported, motivated, and held accountable to achieve strong performance and uphold company standards. The District Manager provides strategic direction, monitors financial results, and ensures consistent execution of company policies, procedures, and customer service expectations across all locations. By fostering strong leadership at the store level, the District Manager maximizes the overall success and profitability of the territory. This position is designated as part of the Critical Response Team.

Requirements

Demonstrates the ability to analyze and manage shrink to identify trends, reduce loss, and improve profitability
Applies strong problem-solving skills to address operational challenges and implement effective solutions
Exhibits strong customer service, human relations, and leadership skills, including the ability to administer corrective action when necessary
Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively engage with team members, leadership, vendors, and customers
Highly skilled in technology, with the ability to learn, implement, and adapt to an ever-evolving technology landscape
Demonstrates hustle in a fast-paced environment by working with urgency, adapting quickly to changing priorities, and taking initiative to complete responsibilities independently
Bachelor’s degree required, along with a minimum of three years of retail management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to travel between assigned store locations as required

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all stores within the assigned territory to drive sustained sales growth, profitability, and operational excellence
Develop, mentor, and hold Store Managers accountable for performance, customer experience standards, financial results, and team development
Build a high-performance culture rooted in respect, accountability, and alignment with company values
Drive consistent execution of merchandising, pricing, promotional, and operational initiatives across the district
Analyze financial and operational metrics to identify trends, address performance gaps, and implement action plans that improve results
Ensure strict compliance with all company policies and applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including age-restricted sales and health and safety requirements
Safeguard company assets by reinforcing loss prevention, safety, inventory control, and cash management standards
Lead talent acquisition, succession planning, and performance management efforts to ensure strong leadership pipelines within the territory
Maintain productive vendor and community relationships that support operational efficiency and brand reputation
Monitor territory expenses and operating costs to ensure alignment with budget expectations and profitability goals
Escalate significant personnel, compliance, or operational risks to senior leadership in a timely and solutions-focused manner
Champion continuous improvement by identifying operational efficiencies, enhancing store standards, and strengthening customer engagement strategies
Perform additional duties as assigned.