Store Manager, Retail & Store Manager

We are seeking an ambitious, commercially driven Store & Petrol Station Managerto lead a busy convenience store and forecourt operation based in Cookstown This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced retail manager to take ownership of store performance, drive sales and profitability, develop a high-performing team and deliver exceptional retail and fresh food standards. With ambitious growth plans, the successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future direction of the business.

Key Responsibilities Take overall responsibility for store, forecourt, fresh food and off-licence sales, profitability and operational performance. Drive sales through effective merchandising, promotions, product ranging and customer service. Lead and develop the fresh food, hot food and in-house production operation, ensuring quality, availability and excellent presentation. Manage stock control, manual ordering, margins and waste reduction. Maintain exceptional standards of store presentation, cleanliness, food safety and compliance.

Recruit, motivate and develop a team of 3035 employees, including an Assistant Manager and Supervisors. Manage staffing levels, rotas, labour costs, cash handling and stock losses. Work closely with the owners to identify commercial opportunities and support business growth.

Essential Criteria Proven management experience within convenience retail, ideally in a forecourt or busy roadside environment. Essential experience managing a substantial fresh food, hot food or food-to-go operation. Demonstrable track record of driving sales, profitability and commercial performance.

Experience of food production planning, stock control, manual ordering, waste management and margin control. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop and manage a team. Excellent organisational, communication and decision-making skills. Commercially aware, hands-on and passionate about delivering outstanding retail standards. Flexibility to work across the trading week, including weekends.

Experience of off-licence management, store development or refurbishment would be advantageous.

What We Offer KPI-based bonus structure linked to business performance. Opportunity to lead a substantial retail operation. Autonomy to introduce ideas and drive commercial improvements. Opportunity to work closely with the owners and contribute to the future growth of the business. Benefits: career progression Bonus performance