Area Leader – Manager Trainee

7-Eleven

. Directly oversee 12–14 store locations .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeKernersville • North Carolina • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in managing multiple store locations, with a focus on team building, customer service excellence, and financial management. Proven ability to implement merchandising programs and achieve performance goals while ensuring operational efficiency.

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

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Hard Skills

Merchandising ProgramsInventory ControlPerformance Goal SettingSales MaximizationOperational Efficiency

Soft Skills

Motivational LeadershipSelf-MotivationMulti-Tasking

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Retail ManagementDistrict OperationsCommercial Store ManagementEmployee TrainingStore Supervision

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Directly oversee 12–14 store locations
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 while monitoring results with upper management
Complete the Area Leader training program, typically lasting 12 months
Relocate upon completion of training as needed

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
The ability to relocate upon completion of training
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
Ability to 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)
In-depth training program typically lasting 12 months
Career growth potential, with paths in many directions within 2–5 years