Area Operations Manager at Jim Dandy stores
Morehead City, NC
Role Description:
The Area Operations Manager is the first line of support for store management teams. This person is responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations of Jim Dandy stores. The role ensures each location meets company standards for service, merchandising, and operational efficiencies. Monitoring store performance, implementing changes and updates to company policies, and verifying compliance with applicable regulations.
Responsibilities:
· Manage and mentor store managers and store management teams.
· Oversee training, performance evaluations, and conflict resolution at stores.
· Oversee store scheduling by managers.
· Ensure teams are equipped and motivated to achieve sales and operational goals.
· Work with managers to stay current on all performance metrics and develop performance goals and areas of opportunity.
· Be a consistent presence with store managers at each location and for regularly scheduled business reviews.
Qualifications/Skills:
· At least 5 years of operations experience in the convenience fuels/retail industry.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with staff, customers, and corporate leadership.
· Proven analytical skills with sales and other store performance data and operational metrics.
· Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills required (Excel, Word, PPT).
· Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality for all store and staff data.
· Ability to resolve operational issues and implement corrective actions efficiently and calmly.
· High attention to detail with proven ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously.
· Experience with Jim Dandy store operations preferred.
· A valid driver’s license.
Structure & Reporting
· Role is based out of the corporate office in Morehead City, NC
· It is roughly 60 % in the field with store managers. All stores are within less than 1 hour from corporate office.
· Reports to HR Manager
In summary, Area Operations Manager plays a critical role in bridging corporate strategy and store-level execution. They ensure operational excellence and drive sales growth while maintaining high standards of customer service across multiple locations.
Pay: $38,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Please provide one professional reference that is relevant to this role.
Work Location: In person
