Area Leader
Current• Manage sixteen stores and over two hundred direct reports, overseeing an annual budget exceeding $35 million in merchandise sales, $65 million in fuel sales, and $1 million in car wash sales.• Consistently exceed year-over-year and budgeted sales as well core earnings targets.• Lead, advise, and influence store operators in the development and execution of operational plans and strategies, including merchandising, fresh food concepts, fuel sales, guest experience, and store… Show more • Manage sixteen stores and over two hundred direct reports, overseeing an annual budget exceeding $35 million in merchandise sales, $65 million in fuel sales, and $1 million in car wash sales.• Consistently exceed year-over-year and budgeted sales as well core earnings targets.• Lead, advise, and influence store operators in the development and execution of operational plans and strategies, including merchandising, fresh food concepts, fuel sales, guest experience, and store infrastructure.• Provide strong leadership, support, and guidance to Store Managers through training, coaching, mentorship, and follow-up.• Address team member performance and behavioral concerns promptly to ensure alignment with company standards.• Recruit, hire, develop, and retain top talent within the market to maintain proper staffing levels.• Implement key processes and plans through regular store visits, evaluations, and data analysis.• Lead budget planning for the market including 129 stores, using budgeting tools to analyze sales trends and expense requirements to enhance productivity and maximize net operational earnings.• Collaborate with support departments such as Asset Protection, Human Resources, Training, Facilities, Category Managers, Logistics, Marketing, and Real Estate to provide prompt support to store operators and enhance the customer experience.• Actively participate in testing and developing strategies for new digital innovations within the organization, including delivery platforms, Mobile Checkout, Accounting enhancements, 7 Rewards Loyalty, 7 Now, 7 BOSS, and 7 MD.• Coach and support Store Managers and store teams to consistently deliver outstanding performance in internal and external inspections, strengthening brand standards and customer satisfaction.• Actively promote and encourage store operators' participation in community events at both the store and market levels. Show less
