Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
inclusive work environment
Job Description
Parker's is a prominent convenience store chain known for its commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining high operational standards across its locations. The company operates numerous stores, focusing on providing a seamless shopping experience while fostering a supportive and inclusive culture for its employees. Parker's upholds strong ethical values and is dedicated to sustaining a diverse workforce. The organization emphasizes safety, compliance with strict regulatory standards, and community engagement as core facets of its business practices.
The role offered is the District Leader in Training position, a vital stepping stone for candidates aspiring to become District Leaders within Parker's. This role combines hands-on experience with leadership training, allowing individuals to develop key management skills required to successfully oversee the operations of multiple stores within a district. Initially, the District Leader in Training will function primarily as a Store Leader at a designated site, managing store-level activities and maintaining the brand’s high operational standards.
A critical aspect of this role is gaining practical experience covering District Leader responsibilities, including stepping in during vacations or absences of District Leaders. This exposure is designed to accelerate the candidate's readiness for eventual promotion by providing in-depth knowledge of district-wide management duties such as financial performance oversight, marketing coordination, community relations, staff development, and compliance management.
The position requires the individual to take full accountability for financial metrics, operational controls, employee performance, and customer satisfaction within their assigned store while also supporting broader district initiatives. They will work closely with various departments, including marketing and human resources, to ensure alignment with company goals and policies. Training and development of management teams, enforcing company standards, creating sales strategies, and promoting employee engagement and morale are essential facets of the role.
Furthermore, the District Leader in Training must demonstrate strong communication skills, working transparently and collaboratively with store leaders and corporate management to foster trust and integrity. This role demands adaptability to varied work hours, and a proactive attitude toward problem-solving in a fast-paced environment. Parker's offers this position as an opportunity to grow into a leadership role with significant responsibilities and impact, contributing to the success and sustainability of the company’s retail operations.
The role offered is the District Leader in Training position, a vital stepping stone for candidates aspiring to become District Leaders within Parker's. This role combines hands-on experience with leadership training, allowing individuals to develop key management skills required to successfully oversee the operations of multiple stores within a district. Initially, the District Leader in Training will function primarily as a Store Leader at a designated site, managing store-level activities and maintaining the brand’s high operational standards.
A critical aspect of this role is gaining practical experience covering District Leader responsibilities, including stepping in during vacations or absences of District Leaders. This exposure is designed to accelerate the candidate's readiness for eventual promotion by providing in-depth knowledge of district-wide management duties such as financial performance oversight, marketing coordination, community relations, staff development, and compliance management.
The position requires the individual to take full accountability for financial metrics, operational controls, employee performance, and customer satisfaction within their assigned store while also supporting broader district initiatives. They will work closely with various departments, including marketing and human resources, to ensure alignment with company goals and policies. Training and development of management teams, enforcing company standards, creating sales strategies, and promoting employee engagement and morale are essential facets of the role.
Furthermore, the District Leader in Training must demonstrate strong communication skills, working transparently and collaboratively with store leaders and corporate management to foster trust and integrity. This role demands adaptability to varied work hours, and a proactive attitude toward problem-solving in a fast-paced environment. Parker's offers this position as an opportunity to grow into a leadership role with significant responsibilities and impact, contributing to the success and sustainability of the company’s retail operations.
Job Requirements
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Must maintain a current, valid, unrestricted driver’s license with an insurable driving record
- Current ServSafe Certification
- Successful completion of age-restricted alcohol and tobacco sales training
- Successful completion of UST Training
- Ability to work varied hours, days, and shifts as needed due to business circumstances
- Minimum of 5+ years multi-unit retail experience preferred
- Convenience store or Parker’s store management experience preferred
Job Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Valid, unrestricted driver’s license with an insurable driving record
- Current ServSafe Certification
- Completion of age-restricted alcohol and tobacco sales training
- Completion of UST training
- Proven multi-unit retail experience preferred
- Experience in convenience store management or within Parker’s preferred
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment
- Demonstrated leadership and coaching capabilities
- Excellent communication skills
- Detail-oriented and responsible
- Adaptable to varied shifts and schedules
Job Duties
- Achieve financial operating plan including controllable costs, sales projections, and operating profit for the district
- Implement operational systems and procedures to control costs, shrink, and expenses
- Develop and execute short and long-term sales goals and action plans
- Hold management accountable for compliance with company systems regarding expenses and inventory
- Conduct periodic audits of pricing, promotions, voids, and waste and address discrepancies
- Take corrective actions to prevent or resolve inventory losses
- Maintain budget targets relating to shrink, labor, supplies, cash, and lottery
- Enforce labor budgets based on store-specific labor models and trends
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports analyzing trends for decision-making
- Collaborate with marketing to achieve sales objectives and ensure product availability for promotions
- Train and motivate management teams to execute sales and promotional plans
- Ensure store displays and merchandise comply with company merchandising standards and plan-o-grams
- Oversee in-store promotions and customer events
- Build community relations to maintain the brand reputation locally
- Communicate marketing and promotional plans to Directors for approval
- Conduct competitive market analyses
- Maintain honest, integral communication with staff and management
- Facilitate monthly meetings with store leaders
- Assist in hiring and maintaining employee rosters to ensure integrity
- Work with HR to enforce fair and consistent disciplinary actions
- Provide guidance and coaching to management teams and store staff
- Lead employee recruitment, orientation, and training processes
- Conduct performance evaluations and administer corrective actions
- Promote a positive morale and leadership climate
- Provide excellent customer service by modeling behavior and coaching staff
- Ensure compliance with alcohol and tobacco sale laws
- Respond promptly to customer complaints
- Support safety, security, and cleanliness standards
- Lead with hands-on management and urgency
- Perform operational audits and site visits
- Uphold company policies and regulatory compliance
- Partner with maintenance for equipment and store upkeep
- Report safety and maintenance issues immediately
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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