Assistant Store Leader (Assistant Manager)

About 7-Eleven

7-Eleven is a globally recognized brand with more than 86,000 outlets worldwide, leading the retail, convenience, restaurant, and fuel sectors through innovative approaches. Our mission is to empower staff to create outstanding customer experiences and contribute positively to their communities daily.

Role Overview

We are seeking an Assistant Store Leader Trainee to join our management team in Edmonton, Alberta. This role involves supervisory responsibilities and offers full-time employment with competitive compensation. Immediate hiring is underway, focusing on cultivating leadership skills and ensuring the success of our team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Support store leadership by providing guidance, training, and coaching to all employees to promote excellent customer service.
• Help maintain high staff retention by attracting qualified candidates, fostering leadership development, and motivating employee productivity.
• Assist in executing merchandising and marketing strategies in the store.
• Manage cash handling, fuel sales transactions, and encourage customer participation in the loyalty program.
• Ensure the store remains clean and safe by adhering to health and sanitation standards, keeping products well-stocked and premises presentable.

Requirements

• Proven ability to lead and train team members in a retail environment.
• Experience in staff recruitment and retention with a focus on developing leaders.
• Knowledge and experience in merchandising and marketing implementation.
• Competence in cash handling and retail fuel transaction processes.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, along with interpersonal effectiveness.
• Computer proficiency, preferably with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• High School diploma or GED preferred; candidates with at least one year of retail management experience may also be considered.
• A valid driver's license and required automotive liability insurance for the duration of employment.
• Physical ability to multitask, including repetitive bending, standing, reaching, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

Benefits and Perks

• 401k Plan available for US employees; RRSP Plan for Canadian employees.
• Premium pay for working on holidays.
• Paid time off programs.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for monthly bonuses and incentive pay.
• Tuition reimbursement, including GED support.
• Adoption assistance available for US workers.

Additional Information

7-Eleven promotes a "promote from within" culture, offering advancement opportunities at various professional levels. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Complete job descriptions and essential functions are available upon request.

Compensation may vary beyond the posted range at the company's discretion as per applicable policies, without guaranteed bonuses or benefits unless specified.