Job Description

Overview

7-Eleven is the premier name and largest chain in the convenience retailing industry. Based in Dallas, Texas, 7-Eleven, Inc. (privately held), operates, franchises and licenses more than 12,000 stores in North America. Globally, 7-Eleven operates, franchises or licenses more than 71,100 stores in 16 countries. 

Responsibilities

The Market Leader assists and counsels 7-Eleven Area Leaders and supports Franchisees in the daily operations of their stores with a goal to maximize sales and gross profit. The position is a key change agent in a dynamic, ever-evolving business. They will typically manage a group or 8-10 Area Leaders with responsibility for 80-120 stores. They come into a unique 12 month training program where they will learn all facets of the role before officially starting as a Market Leader in their assigned region. Beyond this highly visible position, career paths can go in a variety of directions around the company.

Qualifications

Key qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of 5 years of related experience including P&L responsibility
• Must have minimum BS/BA degree with an MBA preferred
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-unit operations for company ops -- franchise ops is a plus: small box: 80-120 stores or big box: 15-50 stores
• Strong experience with retail merchandising. Prefer C-Store and the foodservice industries
• Must be able to relocate as needed for this role

Other key qualifications:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Commitment to developing team members
• Embrace a collaborative leadership style
• Demonstrated drive for results
• Great PC and report development skills (e.g.: MS Office)
• Travel will primarily be within the assigned region and amount to approx. 25%.
• 7-Eleven offers a competitive base and bonus program along with a comprehensive benefits package.