Assistant Store Leader (Assistant Manager)

About the role

7‑Eleven is an iconic family of brands with over 86,000 locations, revolutionizing convenience, restaurants, and fuel through cutting‑edge innovation. If you’re ready to grow, lead, and make a difference, join the team and help shape the future of convenience. The Retail Assistant Manager (Assistant Store Leader Trainee) position offers full‑time hours, valuable management and leadership experience, and competitive pay. 7‑Eleven is dedicated to employee success through proper training, a strong “promote from within” philosophy, and advancement opportunities at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and provide customer‑service leadership, training, and coaching alongside the Store Leader for all store employees.
• Maintain high employee retention by identifying qualified applicants, developing leaders, empowering staff, and encouraging productivity.
• Assist in implementing all merchandising and marketing programs.
• Handle cash, fuel transactions, and promote the loyalty program.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment by complying with health and sanitation procedures, ensuring the store is presentable and products are in‑stock.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with customers and team members.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred; not required if you have at least one year of retail management experience.
• Previous supervisory or retail management experience (minimum one year).
• Valid driver’s license from your state of residence and automotive liability insurance while employed.
• Ability to multi‑task, perform repeated bending, standing, reaching, and occasionally lift up to 50 lb.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient computer knowledge; Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan (U.S. employees) or RRSP plan (Canada).
• Premium pay for holidays worked.
• Paid time‑off plans.
• Comprehensive health coverage.
• Monthly bonus/incentive potential.
• Tuition reimbursement, including GED assistance.
• Adoption assistance (U.S. employees only).