Store Leader – Manager Trainee

7-Eleven

. Lead the store as the heart and soul of the operation .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeLexington • Kentucky • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in retail management by driving store profitability, executing merchandising and marketing initiatives, and developing a skilled team. Proficient in using P&L and store reports to implement effective changes while ensuring exceptional customer service and maintaining a safe environment.

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Retail Management ExperienceCustomer Service LeadershipP&L AnalysisMerchandising ImplementationTeam Development

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Hard Skills

P&L AnalysisCash HandlingFuel TransactionsMerchandising ImplementationMarketing Programs

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingCommunicationMultitaskingEmployee Empowerment

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s LicenseAutomotive Liability Insurance

Industry Keywords

Retail ManagementCustomer ServiceEmployee RetentionHealth and Sanitation ProceduresRewards Loyalty Program

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the store as the heart and soul of the operation
Execute merchandising and marketing initiatives
Drive store profitability
Develop the skills of the entire store team
Ensure customers are well taken care of
Oversee customer service leadership, training, and coaching for store employees
Identify qualified applicants and develop leaders
Implement merchandising and marketing programs
Use P&L and store reports to affect change
Manage cash handling, fuel transactions, and rewards loyalty program promotion
Maintain a clean, safe, and presentable store with products in stock

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous supervisory experience
Ability to oversee and provide customer service leadership, training, and coaching for all store employees
Ability to maintain high retention by identifying qualified applicants, developing leaders, empowering employees, and encouraging employee productivity
Ability to oversee and implement merchandising and marketing programs
Demonstrated ability to use P&L and store reports to affect change
Ability to manage cash handling, fuel transactions, and promotion of the rewards loyalty program
Demonstrated ability to maintain a clean, safe environment by complying with health and sanitation procedures
Excellent oral and written communication and intrapersonal skills
Proficient computer knowledge; Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
High School diploma or GED preferred, but not required for candidates with at least one year of retail management experience
Valid Driver’s License from the state of residence
Automotive liability insurance maintained during employment
Ability to multitask, perform repeated bending, standing, and reaching, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

401K Plan (US only)
RRSP Plan (Canada only)
Paid PTO Plans
Coverage in medical, dental, life, and vision insurances available
Monthly bonus/incentive potential
Tuition Reimbursement
Adoption Assistance (US only)
Training programs and proper training
Advancement opportunities through a “promote from within” philosophy