Store Leader (Manager) Trainee

7‑Eleven•Spartanburg, SC

About The Position

The Store Leader is the heart and soul of the store and, alongside one or more Assistant Store Leaders, forms the store’s leadership team. The team executes merchandising and marketing initiatives, drives profitability, develops the skills of the store team, and ensures customers are well taken care of. The Store Leader Trainee role is suited to candidates who enjoy working as part of a management team and have previous supervisory experience. The company provides training and advancement opportunities, including a promote-from-within philosophy.

Requirements

Previous supervisory experience.
Ability to provide customer service leadership, training, and coaching.
Ability to use profit-and-loss information and store reports to affect change.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficient computer knowledge; Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
Valid driver’s license from the state of residence and automotive liability insurance maintained during employment.
Ability to multitask, perform repeated bending, standing, and reaching, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred, but not required for candidates with at least one year of retail management experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee and provide customer service leadership, training, and coaching for all store employees.
Identify qualified applicants, develop leaders, empower employees, and encourage employee productivity to support retention.
Oversee and implement merchandising and marketing programs.
Use profit-and-loss information and store reports to affect change.
Manage cash handling and fuel transactions, and promote the rewards loyalty program.
Maintain a clean and safe environment by following health and sanitation procedures, keeping the store presentable, and ensuring products are in stock.