Convenience Store Manager

Founded in 1933, Blarney Castle Oil Co is still a family-owned business. Our high standards for customer service have helped us grow and we now have more than 120 EZ Mart convenience stores as well as substantial propane and petroleum distribution operations. We are committed to making sure our employees have the training and skills to provide the superior customer service that we are known for.

JOB PURPOSE:

Ensures the profitability of the assigned store(s) by providing effective leadership and supervision to store staff, managing costs, and maintaining company standards and state and federal laws for sales of controlled products.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED is required. Progress toward or completion of a bachelor degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience, including leadership and supervisory responsibilities, is required.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills are necessary.
• Computer literacy is required. The ability to master company software for operations, financial data, Human Resource applications as well as the Microsoft Office suite within a reasonable training period is necessary.
• The ability to create and sustain an environment for effective teamwork is required.
• Good math skills are necessary in order to prepare and interpret operating reports.
• Good supervisory skills and the ability to direct staff and provide corrective feedback are required.
• Good planning skills are necessary in order to schedule staff, maintain inventory and respond to changes in the flow of customer activity.
• Well-developed customer service orientation is necessary.
• Must be available on-call to handle emergency situations.
• Must be able to complete company required training within specified training periods.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds throughout the assigned shift in order to move, stack, store and handle inventory. Must be able to stand, stoop and bend for extended periods throughout the assigned shift. Must be able to work inside coolers to maintain inventory. Must be able to ascend and descend a five-foot step ladder safely.

MAJOR DUTIES:

1. Human Resources Management: Hires, trains and evaluates performance of all Store staff. Prepares and maintains master schedules for store operations. Monitors labor costs and modifies schedules to ensure coverage for peak periods while controlling costs.   Completes assigned training within specified training periods, and monitors staff training for compliance and necessary re-certifications.
2. Financial Management: Monitors sales, pricing and inventory levels in all categories of store business. Maintains pricing and inventory policies to ensure store profitability. Orders inventory as needed and monitors vendor performance. Prepares bank deposits, reconciles daily receipts with PDI resolving any variances. Delivers deposits to the appropriate bank.
3. Compliance: Monitors compliance with operational, cash handling, safety and food safety policies as well as state and federal regulations on sale of alcohol and tobacco products. Provides corrective feedback and maintains performance records as necessary.
4. Store Management: Prepares and/or reviews standard and ad hoc operational reports on store business. Identifies areas for improvement and implements changes to ensure compliance with company standards.  Reviews performance of own store against audit standards specified by Area Manager.  Understands gross profit as it relates to store merchandise at both department and category levels. Implements approved promotions and ensures stock is available. Responds to unusual or emergency situations outside of normal business hours as necessary.
5. Business Development:  Maintains awareness of customer needs or business changes and recommends new opportunities for review with the Area Manager. Adapts to changes in operational plans throughout the year to ensure growth of the store’s business.

BLARNEY CASTLE OIL CO. OFFERS A WIDE RANGE OF BENEFITS THAT INCLUDE:

• Medical coverage (full time positions)
• Dental and vision coverage (part time and full time positions)
• Paid vacation, personal, and sick days (full time positions)
• Weekly paychecks
• Shift premium for all hours worked between 11pm and 6am
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Starting pay rates above the State of Michigan minimum wage
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid holidays at 1.5x pay for all hours worked