Job Description
Working as part of the Retail Team and reporting to the Retail Operations Manager, the ideal candidate will execute our retail strategy and ensure consistent retail operational practices are maintained across BC sites. You will provide insight, assistance, and guidance to station operators on guest experience, brand and operating standards, merchandising, retail store product selection, manager training, promotional programs, advertising, and marketing.ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIESLead, consult with and influence store operators/dealers to develop, update and execute operational plans and strategies, including merchandising, guest experience and store operational infrastructure.Develop individualized strategies with dealers and store operators. Provide coaching on operational excellence, guest experience, local store marketing, and inventory.Monitor and ensure accountability for all aspects of store operations, providing advice, coaching and assistance to store management.Ensure key processes and plans are in place through weekly/monthly and quarterly store visits, store evaluations and analysis.Support dealers in executing company-wide initiatives that elevate the Company client experience.Use discretion to escalate non-compliance, breakdowns and critical departures from our processes to senior management.Generate and maintain detailed documentation of non-compliance issues, discussions and follow-up actions to support all actions taken at any location.Ensure regulatory health and safety compliance.Recruit for gas station managers, train and ensure readiness when new stations are opening. Work closely with the Project Management team to ensure coordination of new station openings.Build and maintain positive working relationships with dealers, influencing performance by providing timely coaching feedback and critical support that builds overall dealer capability.Ensure all food and operational safety guidelines/standards are understood and being met.In partnership with dealers, diagnose and remove barriers affecting customer experience, store performance and profit, and develop business plans to improve (plans may include store operations, local marketing, staff training, and other areas of focus).REQUIRED EXPERIENCE5+ years of petroleum retail experience or other comparable retail experienceAssociate's degree or equivalent business experience; Bachelor's degree preferredDemonstrated record of excellent customer service and quality standardsMust be a collaborative individual who works well with others and can work with multiple departments, stakeholders and team membersDemonstrated record of successfully growing sales in a food service or retail environmentUnderstanding of P&L statements, budgeting, and controllable costsProficiency with Word and ExcelExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organizational, planning, analytical, and troubleshooting skillsMust possesses a valid driver's license , as well as maintain a good driving recordComprehensive knowledge of requirements and provisions of dealer agreementsAbility to interpret and understand policies and procedures and relate them to othersStrong influencing and conflict resolution skillsWORKING CONDITIONS60%+ travel (Overnight and daily travel is required)Must be comfortable working in a small company, fast-paced, and collaborative environment; Work Remotely