Area Leader – Manager Trainee

7-Eleven

. Directly oversee 12-14 store locations .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeBarnegat • New Jersey • United StatesSenior💰 $43,888 - $91,944 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in multi-unit management, including staffing, training, and supervising teams while implementing merchandising programs and managing profit and loss. Proven ability to motivate employees and promote excellent customer service in a retail environment.

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Multi-Unit Management ExperienceBudget PlanningProfit And Loss ManagementTeam BuildingCustomer Service Excellence

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Hard Skills

Inventory ControlMerchandising ProgramsPerformance Goal SettingSales MaximizationEmployee Training

Soft Skills

Self-MotivatedAbility To Multi-TaskMotivational Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Retail ManagementDistrict OperationsCommercial Store ManagementStore LeadershipEmployee Supervision

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Directly oversee 12-14 store locations
Participate in an in-depth training program typically lasting 12 months
Staff, train, and supervise Store Leaders
Implement merchandising programs
Control cash and inventory
Motivate employees and build teams
Promote excellent customer service
Manage profit and loss, including budget planning, maximizing sales, and controlling expenses
Set performance goals and objectives and monitor results with upper management

Requirements

What you’ll need

A 4-year degree from an accredited college or university in a related field or 5+ years of experience managing district or regional operations for retail/commercial, or a large single commercial store with multiple managers and 100+ employees
A valid Driver’s License from the state of residence while maintaining automotive liability insurance during course of employment
Ability to multi-task and be self-motivated
Ability to perform repeated bending, standing, and reaching, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
Previous multi-unit management experience is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company vehicle for business use as an Area Leader upon being appointed to take over a district
401K Plan (US only)
Paid PTO Plans
Coverage in medical, dental, life, and vision insurances available
Monthly bonus/incentive potential
Tuition Reimbursement
Adoption Assistance (US only)