District Manager

Oakdale 5635 Hadley Avenue North Oakdale, MN 55128, USA Description Now Hiring: District Manager – Store Operations Location: Multiple Store Locations | Travel Required: Up to 75% Reports To: Regional Vice President Department: Store Operations | Status: Exempt Be the Leader Behind Our Stores’ Success. At Fleet Farm, we’re more than a store — we’re a way of life for the communities we serve. We’re seeking a high-energy, results-driven District Manager to lead and inspire our store teams, drive operational excellence, and champion an exceptional customer experience across multiple locations. If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for people, retail operations, and building strong teams — we want you on our team. What You’ll Do: As a Fleet Farm District Manager, you'll oversee 12–13 General Managers and indirectly lead up to 2,000 Team Members across multiple locations. You’ll be responsible for executing our operational strategy, driving sales and profitability, ensuring compliance, and developing leaders at every level. You’ll lead through 5 Key Operational Pillars: Team Members – Hire, train, coach, and mentor store leaders Customer Experience – Inspire exceptional service and engagement Store Readiness – Ensure operational excellence and compliance Execution – Deliver consistent, high-quality retail execution Profitability – Manage P&Ls, control expenses, and drive growth Key Responsibilities: Lead district sales performance and store operations, ensuring all locations exceed KPIs Oversee full P&L responsibility and wage/expense controls Champion company initiatives, programs, policies, operational standards, and safety protocols Mentor and develop General Managers and store leaders through hands‑on leadership Drive customer satisfaction by embedding a customer‑first culture Manage compliance with state and federal regulations, including firearm licensing requirements Facilitate effective communication and alignment between stores and corporate teams Lead recruiting, onboarding, and succession planning efforts in partnership with HR Support new store openings and strategic projects Conduct regular store visits, performance audits, and team trainings Who You Are: A seasoned retail leader with at least 5+ years of Big Box management experience A proven people developer, coach, and motivator A strong communicator with executive presence and the ability to present to all levels A data‑driven decision‑maker with strong business acumen and strategic insight Adaptable, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment A team player who thrives on collaboration and cross‑functional partnerships Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience) Excellent knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Strong understanding of retail operations, logistics, compliance, and merchandising Ability to travel frequently (up to 75%, including some nights/weekends) Ability to pass State and Federal background checks (Federal Firearm Licensing) Why You’ll Love Working at Fleet Farm: Be part of a growing, purpose‑driven company Lead high‑performing teams with autonomy and impact Competitive compensation and benefits Opportunities for career growth and advancement A culture rooted in community, integrity, and hard work Ready to Drive Retail Success Across Your District? Join Fleet Farm and lead with purpose, passion, and performance. Fleet Farm is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, gender, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Fleet Farm will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr