District Manager

About the Organization Eastern Petroleum is a family‑owned business in North Carolina that has been an industry leader in the fuel and convenience market for decades. We are dedicated to supporting local communities that depend on us every day. We value our employees and recognize them as the key to our success. That is why we are committed to investing in our own people, not just through competitive pay and benefits, but with the opportunity to advance within the company. Whether you're looking to join us in our store locations or in the corporate office, we are committed to providing a collaborative, positive, and exciting environment. Start your career with EP Mart today and discover why so many others have chosen to spend their entire career with us! Position Assistant Manager – North Carolina (USA) Responsibilities Maximize store sales through excellent customer service, product availability, merchandising, and an exceptional store image inside and out. Provide information to store management by recapping promotional activity; reporting business opportunities, results, trends and competitive information. Manage controllable costs including labor, cash, shrink and expenses. Coach and hold managers accountable on procedures and policies. Implement marketing programs and provide coaching to staff on promoting products; execute monthly promotions timely. Ensure compliance on company policies & procedures, government regulations, enforce and monitor restricted sales. Ensure compliance on brand programs, promotional advertisement and programs. Be responsible for a district (number and location of stores as assigned). Achieve financial objectives set by company, meeting or exceeding annual/monthly budgets, analyzing variances and initiating corrective action in a timely manner. Review and analyze inventory audits; guide store managers on how to review and analyze inventory results and provide input and response timely. Develop, plan and attend monthly meetings with Store Managers, assisting with meeting criteria, discussing any store‑related issues and ideas, improving the district, increasing store sales, and implementing monthly promotions. Contribute and participate in quarterly and yearly company and/or manager meetings. Conduct annual performance reviews for Store Managers and assist them with performance reviews of their staff. Provide leadership to Store Managers, including assistance in recruiting, selection and orientation processes; assist with employee development and training programs. Implement non‑discriminatory related management skills while hiring, training, counseling, motivating and separating employees. Execute procedures to increase profitability for each store within district, developing salespeople and management to become invested. Implement and execute programs to maintain inventory control and hold personnel accountable for non‑compliance. Ensure execution of all security, mystery shop, in‑stock, health and safety programs. Conduct cash, lottery and ATM audits at each location within district monthly. Manage Deli programs in all locations within district, maintaining/exceeding gross margin % expectations and hold all involved accountable. Food service experience is a plus. Conduct Shrink Investigations at any location. Secure and protect all company assets (inventory, property, car, phone, laptop, etc.) by adhering to responsibilities, job description, safety regulations, etc. Job duties may change with or without notification. Qualifications Experience in retail store management, including district or supervisory responsibilities. Strong leadership, coaching and training skills. Ability to analyze financial and inventory data and take corrective actions. Knowledge of compliance, safety and security protocols. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Proficiency in managing costs (labor, cash, shrink, etc.). Ability to execute marketing and promotional programs. Experience in deli or food services is a plus. Benefits Full‑time position. COVID‑19 considerations. Equal Opportunity Employer Eastern Petroleum is an equal opportunity employer. This company seeks and employs qualified persons in all job classifications and positions without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or other legally prohibited grounds. If you believe your equal employment rights have been violated, you may contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or the appropriate state or local EEO agency. This position is currently accepting applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr Witt/Kieffer