Who we are
Imagine working in a place where continuous improvement and innovation is celebrated and rewarded; where fast-paced, high-impact teams come together to positively drive results for one of the largest & most iconic brands in the world.
As the only rapidly growing retailer, you may know us as your friendly neighborhood store. You probably know our familiar name, have seen our pervasive logo, and have tried our highly sought-after products, such as Slurpee and Big Bite . "Brain Freeze" is a 7-Eleven registered trademark for our 53-year old Slurpee and with over 67,000 stores globally (more than any other retailer or food service provider), we sell over 14 million a month.
But there's a lot more to our story and much more left to be written. We are transforming our business, ensuring we are customer obsessed and digitally enabled to seamlessly link our brick and mortar stores with digital products and services.
At 7-Eleven the entrepreneurial spirit is in our DNA and has been ever since our inception 90+ years ago. It's what drove us to invent the convenience industry in 1927 by envisioning how a simple ice dock could provide household staples such as milk and eggs to better serve the needs of our customers.
Today we are redefining convenience and the customer experience in big ways we are fundamentally changing our culture and we want talented, innovative, customer obsessed, and entrepreneurial people like you to come make history with us.
How we lead
At 7-Eleven we are guided by our Leadership Principles.
Be Customer Obsessed
Be Courageous with Your Point of View
Challenge the Status Quo
Act Like an Entrepreneur
Have an "It Can Be Done" Attitude
Do the Right Thing
Be Accountable
Each principle has a defined set of behaviors which help guide the 7-Eleven team to Serve Customers and Support Stores.
About This Opportunity
Being a 7-Eleven Area Leader isn't easy. In fact, it's pretty challenging. We believe great training is the foundation for exceptional performance. Therefore, we provide a comprehensive development program which includes an extensive in-store process covering all aspects of store operations including fresh food and merchandising concepts, operating procedures, and financial information. You'll turn principle into practice as you manage your own store and gain valuable, first-hand experience. You'll also work with an experienced Area Leader to enhance your consulting and influencing skills. Once you have a comprehensive understanding of store operations, you will start using those insights in your role as a Area Leader.
Oversee a group of 7-Eleven stores (corporate and/or franchise) within a geographic area to ensure the highest levels of guest service
Lead, consult with and influence store operators and/or franchisees to develop, update and execute operational plans and strategies, including merchandising, fresh food concepts, fuel sales, guest experience and store operational infrastructure
Monitor and ensure accountability for all aspects of store operations, providing advice, coaching and assistance to store management. May directly supervise Corporate Store Leaders (Managers) and teams
Recruit, hire, develop and retain top talent within the market to ensure appropriate staffing levels at all corporate stores
Recognize and address performance issues in a timely manner
Ensure key processes and plans are in place through weekly store visits, store evaluations and data analysis.
The Area Leader role requires the following:
Bachelor's degree strongly preferred and/or requisite industry and management experience is required
Three to five years of operational management experience or two plus years of successful multi-unit management experience in a retail and/or QSR environment
Proven ability to work with and influence direct reports, franchisees, peers and senior management
Strong analytical, diagnostic, and root cause identification skills
Proven prioritization, presentation, budgeting, time management, project management (from conception to completion), and planning skills
Critical perspective and observation of store and merchandise placement
Strong attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
Proficient in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated collaborative skills and the ability to work cross-functionally
Overnight and daily travel is required
Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Physical Requirements:
The Area Leader position requires constant standing, bending and reaching. Frequent lifting of one to five pounds and occasional lifting of up to 40-50 pounds
What's In It For You?
7-Eleven is committed to creating an environment that encourages and rewards excellence, providing a range of benefits that includes:
Competitive salary and bonus incentives
Provincial Medical, extended health care, dental, and life insurance benefits
Vacation pay
Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan/Deferred Profit Sharing Plan
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Professional growth opportunities
And more
Please note that qualified candidates must possess a vehicle and travel/accommodate as per business needs.