District Manager in Training

About the Company

Turkey Hill is a member of the Cumberland Farms family of brands, one of the fastest-growing convenience store retailers in the United States. Committed to becoming America’s #1 ‘one-stop’ destination, the company delivers excellent fuel, grocery, merchandise, and food service. Headquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts, Cumberland Farms operates over 1,500+ locations across the U.S. under store banners including Certified Oil, Cumberland Farms, Fastrac, Kwik Shop, Loaf N Jug, Minit Mart, Sprint Food Stores, Tom Thumb, Turkey Hill, and Quik Stop. The company employs over 18,000 team members.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Earned wage access program (work today, get paid tomorrow)
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, health, and dental coverage
• 401K with company match
• Team member discounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account
• Company spirit days
• Employee recognition and awards

About the Role

The District Manager In Training (DMIT) position prepares eligible candidates for the role of District Manager. As a District Manager, you will guide a team of Store Managers to deliver an exceptional guest shopping experience, operational excellence, and a working environment that promotes engagement and company values. You will oversee area store personnel to achieve Region, Division, and Company net profit performance objectives.

Training Program

The DMIT program consists of two phases:

• Phase I: Foundational training including New Hire and Orientation Training, followed by the MIT Training program to gain insight into the Store Manager or Restaurant Manager role. DMITs will then spend 2-3 months managing a single location (internal promotions from Store Manager/Restaurant General Manager level may skip this phase).
• Phase II: 6-8 weeks riding with a Designated DM Trainer, observing and practicing the day-to-day duties of a District Manager. Upon completion, DMITs become "District Managers In Waiting" and return to their home store as a leader until an area assignment opens.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strategic plan for your area, including staffing levels, team development, and performance management.
• Oversee team engagement and productivity across multiple locations to support retention and growth.
• Demonstrate leadership by setting clear goals, holding teams accountable, and communicating effectively.
• Build and develop a strong leadership team by hiring/promoting candidates and ensuring training, coaching, and feedback.
• Analyze financial reports (P&L, gap analysis, sales, expenses, labor costs, inventory) to coach Store Managers toward improving profitability.
• Conduct weekly store visits to ensure compliance with company standards for store conditions, promotions, operational procedures, and financial controls.
• Ensure area-wide guest satisfaction, product quality, safety, and security.
• Focus on food service, increasing sales, and monitoring food service standards and safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Region Manager.
• Must be able to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Working Relationships: Store team members, Region Manager, VP of Retail Operations, Human Resources, Facilities Maintenance, Marketing, Risk Management, Environmental, Legal departments, and vendors.

Requirements

• Education: High School diploma or GED required. College degree in business or a related field preferred (may substitute for a portion of required experience).
• Experience: Minimum 10 years of retail experience, including restaurant general management. Preferred: 1-3 years of multi-unit experience in convenience stores or restaurants.
• Certifications/Licenses: Must have a clean driving record.
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent team-building and leadership practices
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and handle issues constructively
  • Strong analytical skills
• Travel: 95% travel between locations.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly, 25 pounds frequently, and 40 pounds occasionally.
  • Ability to stand/walk for 8 hours a day; reach overhead, bend, squat, twist, grasp, and grip.
• Willingness to relocate (please indicate if applicable).

Schedule

Typically Monday–Friday for a 48-hour work week (mirroring the Store Manager work week), with occasional weekend work required based on business needs.

Additional Information

At Turkey Hill, we value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional results and thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment, we’d love to meet you—even if you don’t meet every requirement.