Store Leader (Manager) Trainee (San Benito, TX)

Company: 7-Eleven, Inc.
Location: San Benito
Posted on: June 22, 2022

Job Description:

Overview:
? Who we areImagine working in a place where continuous improvement and innovation is celebrated and rewarded; where fast-paced, high-impact teams come together to positively drive results for one of the largest & most iconic brands in the world. -As the only rapidly growing retailer, you may know us as your friendly neighborhood store. You probably know our familiar name, have seen our pervasive logo, and have tried our highly sought-after products, such as Slurpee - and Big Bite -. -"Brain Freeze" is a 7-Eleven registered trademark for our 53-year old Slurpee - and with over 71,100 stores globally (more than any other retailer or food service provider), we sell over 14 million a month. -But there's a lot more to our story and much more left to be written. -We are transforming our business, ensuring we are customer obsessed and digitally enabled to seamlessly link our brick and mortar stores with digital products and services. - -At 7-Eleven the entrepreneurial spirit is in our DNA and has been ever since our inception 90+ years ago. It's what drove us to invent the convenience industry in 1927 by envisioning how a simple ice dock could provide household staples such as milk and eggs to better serve the needs of our customers. -Today we are redefining convenience and the customer experience in big ways...we are fundamentally changing our culture and we want talented, innovative, customer obsessed, and entrepreneurial people like you to come make history with us. - -? How we leadAt 7-Eleven we are guided by our Leadership Principles. -Be Customer Obsessed Be Courageous with Your Point of ViewChallenge the Status QuoAct Like an EntrepreneurHave an "It Can Be Done" AttitudeDo the Right Thing Be AccountableEach principle has a defined set of behaviors which help guide the 7-Eleven team to Serve Customers and Support Stores. -? About This Opportunity

Responsibilities:
The Leader-in-Training position is a non-exempt hourly position eligible for overtime in compliance with federal and state laws. -The MIT is in training to learn the functions and responsibilities of the Facility Leader position. - -Responsibilities include learning and assisting in the duties required of a Facility Leader, which are listed below: - -Human Resources ManagementMaintain positive employee relations and morale by supervising employees and ensuring that Company policies and procedures are being followed and maintainedRecruit, interview, and hire employees; ensure that all aspects of the hiring process are completed and that facility is properly staffedEffectively train and develop all employees within the facility; supervise training conducted by Assistant Leader and/or other designeeEffectively manage labor hours through proper schedulingDetermine and adjust rates of pay for employees at the facilityEnsure that Company policies related to safety & security and EEO are administered and followed by all employees at all timesEnsure that Company policies and procedures and all laws governing restricted beverage and tobacco sales are followed by all employeesEvaluate and take positive and consistent disciplinary action on violations of Company policies and proceduresSupervise coverage of shifts left vacant due to emergency or lack of personnel and fill as neededPrepare and conduct performance reviews for all employees per Company policy; prepare and send all status changes to Human ResourcesResolve employee relations problems and complaints in a timely manner; counsel and document employee performance issues; process employee terminations as necessary; follow through and communicate employee relations problems to the Area Operations LeaderInitiate and document terminations of employees with the approval of Area Operations Leader; attend unemployment hearingsConduct employee meetings at least once per month or as necessary to communicate store-wide issues and build teamwork among employees -Financial ManagementProvide effective management of expenses, profits and losses to ensure the financial stability of the operationEnsure accurate and timely reconciliation of facility accounting with weekly and monthly Company reportsManage all sales records, controllable expenses and cost items affecting profitability of the facilityManage accurate daily accounting of all bookkeeping and ensure accurate daily completion of records, including at a minimum but not limited to:Tank stick and gas console/dispenser meter readingsRegister readingsClose out lotteryReconcile funds including change fund, lottery and bank depositsComplete DSR/DIR and send to accounting groupMonitor and analyze gas competition pricing by surveying competitors on daily basis and report to Corporate office, complete gasoline price changesEnsure accuracy of pump readingsMaintain adequate stock on product and supplies needed by keeping a current build-to-bookOversee daily bank depositsQuality Customer ServiceEnsure prompt and courteous customer service, safe conditions at the facility, and employee supervisionMaintain a neat personal appearance in accordance with Company Uniform and Personal Appearance policy (see Policy HR401-09)MarketingEffectively manage the facility by directing sales promotions, implementing new programs and communicating to vendors, sales reps, and other appropriate personnel on marketing activitiesResponsible for ordering and merchandising of all authorized merchandise by complying with inventory guidelines. Direct and control proper merchandising and follow-through on all sales promotionsRecommend new products, services and/or procedures to the Area Operations Leader based on customer needs as well as competitionMonitor inventory levels and work with Merchandising Leaders to ensure maximum turnover of inventory without loss of salesMonitor and ensure compliance with all contractual merchandise agreements and report any discrepancies to managementComplete spot checks to ensure ancillary product pricing procedures are being followedCheck displays for neatness and customer Ensure that all authorized signs are displayedMaintain a working relationship with all vendors; monitor and correct delivery procedures, ensure the accuracy of orders; and report any problems to Area Operations Leader.Food Service ManagementProvide effective management of two or more specialty food service programs, including supervision of the Food Service LeaderEnsure that all food and food preparation maintain quality standards and sanitation regulationsDevelop and maintain vendor relationships to ensure quality servicesEnsure that adequate stock is maintained by keeping current build-to-bookLoss PreventionImplement and manage security and prevention measures as suggested by the Security Department and Company policiesEnsure all personnel are aware of security requirements and that such requirements are administered and followed by all employees at all timesControl inventory shrink within all corporate guidelines. Pursue inventory shortages or overages to a satisfactory conclusionConduct periodic shift cash audits on all shifts; if inconsistencies are found, investigate and take appropriate actionEnsure proper daily handling of bank deposits, control cash overages and shortages on a daily basis by performing and verifying that accurate cash register procedures are followed by all employees -Safety and MaintenanceConduct daily safety inspections of equipment to ensure optimal operating conditions at all timesEnsure that safe conditions and a safe environment are maintained at all timesRespond, report and follow-up on all employee and/or customer accidents, injuries and loss or damage to any propertyAssure good operating condition of all equipment; perform minor maintenance and repair to property and equipment as needed; advise Area Operations Leader and/or Maintenance of all breakdowns immediatelyMiscellaneousPerform any other duties as needed for the effective and efficient operation of both the facility and at least 2 food specialty programsEnsure work attendance in compliance with Company expectations

Qualifications:
Education -and ExperienceHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred. - Minimum of 1 year retail management or relevant experience required. - Must be authorized to work in the United States. -*A valid drivers license is required; reliable transportation and maintenance of insurance as designated by state regulations is required. - Employees are subject to motor vehicle checks in accordance with Company policy. -Knowledge and SkillsDemonstrated leadership and customer service skills and competencies. - Proven success developing team members. Demonstrated ability to use P and store reports to affect change. - Ability to read and interpret documents such as rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. - Ability to write routine reports and to speak effectively before customers and employees. - Proficient accounting skills. - Ability to exercise sound judgment and work with minimum supervision. - Proficient computer knowledge (Microsoft products preferred Word, Excel). - PDI/Verifone/Topaz experience preferred. - -Physical DemandsMust be able to stand and/or walk for full shift.Ability to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds from ground to overhead, and/or 60 pounds from ground to waist level, up to thirty minutes of workday (i.e., to assisting in stocking/maintaining inventory levels).Ability to push and pull with arms up to a force of 128 pounds (i.e., utilizing hand truck.)Ability to bend at the waist with some twisting, up to one hour of the workday.May be required to climb a ladder and/or stool, kneel or crouch to store or retrieve materials and/or place or remove signs.Ability to grasp, reach, and manipulate objects with hands all day. - This handwork requires eye-hand coordination and may require bilateral coordination of hands, up to four hours of the workdayReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. - Essential functions are job duties that an employee must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation. - All of the responsibilities listed above are considered essential job functions to this position. -This job description is subject to change at any time.

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