Store Assistant Manager

NOW HIRING

• Open Availability Preferred
• All Shifts - Works Opposite Manager
• Previous Leadership Experience a Plus
• Full Time

Assistant Store Manager - $15 per hour

Assistant Store Manager

CrossAmerica Partners is an operator of convenience stores and a retail distributor of motor fuels. With a geographic footprint across 34 states, we strive to be an industry leader, providing fuel and convenience products essential to keep people moving across America!

At the core of our mission, we are a responsible, people-focused organization, committed to the well-being of our employees, customers, and the environment.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Store Manager will support the Store Manager in overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring excellent customer service, managing staff, and maintaining store profitability. The ideal candidate will have a passion for retail, strong leadership skills, and a hands-on approach to running a busy convenience store.

Key Responsibilities:

• Customer Service & Store Environment:
• Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Resolve customer complaints and concerns promptly and efficiently.
• Ensure the store maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment at all times.
• Monitor customer service standards to ensure a positive shopping experience.
• Staff Management:
• Assist in recruiting, training, and onboarding new employees.
• Delegate tasks and oversee the daily activities of store associates.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to team members.
• Maintain staff schedules and ensure proper coverage during peak hours.
• Operations & Inventory Control:
• Assist in managing inventory levels, including stock ordering, receiving, and shelving.
• Conduct regular stock checks to maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Ensure proper handling of products, including rotation of stock, quality control, and reducing waste.
• Monitor and enforce adherence to store policies and procedures.
• Sales & Financial Performance:
• Help drive sales by promoting store products and services.
• Assist in achieving and exceeding store sales goals and targets.
• Monitor daily cash handling, sales transactions, and reconcile cash registers.
• Support the Store Manager in managing store budgets, controlling expenses, and ensuring profitability.
• Health & Safety Compliance:
• Ensure store operations comply with health, safety, and legal regulations.
• Conduct regular store inspections to identify potential hazards and address them immediately.
• Support safety initiatives, including emergency preparedness and security protocols.
• Reporting & Administration:
• Assist with administrative tasks, including payroll, staffing reports, and inventory records.
• Prepare reports for the Store Manager related to daily sales, inventory, and store performance.
• Maintain accurate documentation of store operations, including employee records.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in retail or convenience store management, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Leadership: Strong leadership abilities with a focus on team building, training, and motivation.
• Customer Service: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to handle difficult situations with a calm and solutions-focused approach.
• Organization: Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in using point-of-sale systems, basic computer applications (Word, Excel), and inventory management software.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required by the store's operating schedule.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in business or a related field is a plus.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Standing for Long Periods: Must be able to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours) during shifts.
• Lifting and Carrying: Capable of lifting boxes and products, maximum 50 lbs, frequently 10-25 lbs, and carrying items across the store.
• Bending, Reaching, Squatting and Climbing: Ability to bend, squat, and reach for products on shelves, both high and low. Ability to climb a ladder as needed.
• Walking: Must be able to walk throughout the store and between departments regularly.
• Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle cash, operate registers, and bag items efficiently.
• Repetitive Movements: Must be comfortable with repetitive tasks such as scanning items, restocking, and organizing products.
• Handling Temperature Extremes: Able to work in cold environments, including freezers and refrigerators, when restocking products.
• Physical Stamina: The role requires mental focus and stamina to perform physical tasks consistently and efficiently throughout the shift
• Seasonal snow removal, as needed.
• Ability to handle emergency situations.
• Ability to work alone.
  

The physical requirements and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met or encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

This job description is intended to convey essential information about the scope of the Assistant Store Manager role, but it is not intended to be exhaustive. The Assistant Store Manager may be asked to perform additional tasks as required to meet the needs of the business.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefit package for full time team members that includes health insurance, vacation, holiday pay, 401K with employer match and more. Our part time team members are eligible for 401k with employer match and paid holidays and may also be eligible for health insurance.