JOB TITLE:            Market Manager Trainee
DEPARTMENT:    Operations
REPORTS TO:      Region Operations Director
FLSA STATUS:     Exempt
NOTICE #:              061908-1
LOCATION:            Southern California

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or related field preferred.  Requires a minimum of 3 years experience working in retail business with demonstrated leadership ability, good communication skills; self-directed, self-motivated.  Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maximizes store sales by directing and assisting Store Managers with merchandising programs, providing information, recapping promotional activities.
• Manages controllable costs including shrink, salaries, cash, repair and maintenance.  Achieves financial objectives by forecasting requirements, preparing annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances and initiating corrective action.
• Ensures vendors meet expectations by evaluating performance and developing partnerships.
• Ensures compliance with requirements, policies and procedures by enforcing adherence to corporate and region systems, policies, and governmental regulations; advises management on needed actions.
• Provides leadership and direction for Store Managers including assistance in recruiting, selection and orientation processes, assists with employee development and training programs.
• Maintains a safe and secure working environment through the enforcement of safety practices, providing information and training.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION PLEASE SEND RESUME WITH JOB POSTING NOTICE NUMBER TO:

Sandra Farthing
Circle K Stores Inc.
sfarthing@circlek.com
Fax:  951-270-5156