About this role
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated, organized, and hands-on Gas Station & Convenience Store Manager to oversee the setup, opening, and ongoing operation of our new gas station and convenience store development in Matheson, Ontario.
The successful candidate will be involved immediately in preparing the business for opening and will take ownership of establishing the systems, processes, inventory, staffing, and day-to-day procedures required for a successful launch.
Prior to opening, the Manager will work closely with ownership, suppliers, vendors, contractors, and other partners to coordinate operational setup. This will include establishing supplier relationships, placing initial orders, setting up inventory and merchandising, assisting with recruitment and training, developing procedures, organizing required documentation, and ensuring the convenience store is fully prepared for opening.
Once operational, the Manager will be responsible for the overall performance and daily operation of the gas station and convenience store, including staff supervision, scheduling, inventory control, ordering, cash management, customer service, merchandising, compliance, and maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient facility.
We are looking for someone who takes initiative, is comfortable making decisions, and can take ownership of the operation rather than waiting for day-to-day direction.
*Pre-Opening & Operational Setup*
* Coordinate the operational setup of the gas station and convenience store * Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers * Set up supplier accounts and coordinate product availability * Determine initial inventory requirements and place opening orders * Coordinate product receiving, pricing, stocking, and merchandising * Assist with the setup of POS, inventory, cash-handling, and operational systems * Develop store opening, closing, cash-handling, inventory, and customer service procedures * Assist with establishing product pricing and merchandising standards * Coordinate equipment, supplies, uniforms, signage, and other operational requirements * Assist with recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, and training of employees * Develop employee schedules and staffing plans for opening * Organize employee files, training records, and required documentation * Coordinate vendor deliveries and service arrangements * Ensure required permits, inspections, licences, and compliance documentation are organized prior to opening * Assist with health and safety policies, training, and documentation * Identify operational needs or potential issues and proactively work toward solutions * Ensure the store is fully stocked, staffed, organized, and operationally ready for opening day
*Management Responsibilities*
* Oversee the daily operation of the gas station and convenience store * Supervise, support, and provide direction to employees * Prepare and manage employee schedules * Recruit, train, onboard, and evaluate staff * Maintain appropriate staffing levels and coordinate coverage as required * Monitor employee performance and address operational or customer service concerns * Manage inventory levels and ensure products are consistently available * Complete and oversee regular product and supply ordering * Monitor inventory movement, shortages, waste, damages, and shrinkage * Maintain relationships with suppliers and coordinate deliveries * Ensure products are properly priced, displayed, rotated, and merchandised * Monitor sales trends and adjust ordering and merchandising accordingly * Oversee cash handling, deposits, till reconciliation, and daily reporting * Review invoices, purchase orders, and supplier documentation * Assist with accounts payable, bookkeeping, payroll information, and administrative reporting * Maintain accurate operational and financial records * Ensure excellent customer service standards are maintained * Respond to customer concerns and resolve issues professionally * Maintain hig