Ace Hardware Store Manager

Overview

Agfinity is the largest agricultural Cooperative in Colorado based in the heart of the Front Range. As a cooperative we are distinguished from our competitors by our excellence in customer service and our people, which we consider our greatest asset. Every dollar that is spent with the Cooperative doesn’t just go towards a product; it goes back to the community where you live and comes back to you as patronage and equity.

Every day our approach is to serve others and find a world of solutions beneficial to our members, customers and our company.
Position Summary: The Store Manager oversees all operations of an integrated retail complex that includes Ace Hardware, a convenience store, and fuel sales. This role ensures profitability, operational excellence, and a superior customer experience while upholding Agfinity’s cooperative values and Ace Hardware’s “Helpful Hardware Folks” standard.

Financial & Operational Management

• Oversee full Profit & Loss (P&L) accountability across hardware, convenience, and fuel operations.
• Analyze financial reports, manage budgets, and control costs to ensure profitability.
• Forecast and adjust fuel pricing and sales strategies to maintain competitiveness.

Sales & Merchandising

• Drive sales growth and customer traffic through strategic promotions and merchandising.
• Partner with vendors to optimize product mix, pricing, and seasonal resets.
• Expand community and commercial partnerships to increase market share.

Customer Service

• Lead a culture of exceptional service across all departments.
• Train and coach staff to meet the “WOW Every Customer Every Time” standard.
• Monitor feedback and implement improvements based on customer insights.

Team Leadership

• Recruit, train, and develop employees across all departments.
• Conduct performance evaluations and recognition programs.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and professional growth.

Inventory & Safety

• Manage inventory accuracy and fuel operations compliance.
• Enforce OSHA, EPA, and state safety standards.
• Maintain facilities and equipment in excellent condition.

Community Engagement

• Represent the store at local events and partnerships.
• Promote Agfinity’s cooperative mission and the Ace Hardware brand.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business or Retail Management preferred.

Experience

• 7–10 years in multi-department retail operations.
• 5–7 years in leadership roles with sales over $3M annually.
• Prior Ace Hardware experience preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of retail operations, merchandising, and P&L management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficient with POS and inventory management systems.
• Bilingual (Spanish) a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Moderate physical activity, including walking and standing for long periods.
• Regular presence on the sales floor.

Agfinity has a competitive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Pension Retirement Plan, 401(k) Match Plan, Paid Time Off, Clothing Allowance and Life and Disability coverage for those who may qualify. Agfinity is looking for values of honesty, integrity, lifelong learning, and working hard and working smart, and being kind and courteous. If you are committed to these values send us your resume now and become part of The Cooperative Difference!

A post offer pre-employment background check and drug screen are required. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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