Retail District Operations Trainee – District Operations

Job Description

Retail District Operations Trainee | Circle K

The Tone:
This is a full-time development and training program at Circle K, aimed at recent college graduates seeking an accelerated career path in retail leadership. Circle K is a global leader in convenience and fuel retail, operating over 14,200 stores across 26 countries, with a mission to simplify customers’ lives daily. This program is central to cultivating future Market Managers who will drive operational excellence, revenue growth, and consistent customer service across the company’s extensive network. It provides comprehensive work experience, mentorship from company leaders, and structured professional training to empower participants for significant leadership roles.

The TL;DR
• Role: Development Program
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Field-based (Regional, with initial event in Charlotte, NC)
• Team: Reports to Region Operations Director
• Mission: Prepare recent graduates to lead multi-store retail operations, ensuring efficiency, growth, and adherence to company standards.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Program Kick-off: Begin the year-long program by participating in a leadership experience event in Charlotte, NC, alongside other college graduates from across the country.
• Business Unit Immersion: Spend time understanding various support functions within your assigned Business Unit, including Marketing, HR, HSE, Fuel, Facilities, and Finance.
• Operational Deep Dive: Gain insight into the processes and people you will support, developing a comprehensive understanding of what it means to operate a large convenience retail business.
• Market Manager Shadowing: Shadow a high-performing Market Manager, gradually taking on increased responsibilities to develop essential leadership and operational skills.
• Territory Management Assignment: Transition into your first assignment as a certified Market Manager, beginning with a smaller territory and progressing to a larger one as your skills and confidence grow.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level professional with a Bachelor’s Degree in business management or a related field.
• Experience: Quantitative aptitude or experience managing budgets, along with a valid driver’s license.
• Skills: Demonstrated leadership and decision-making ability, excellent time management and organizational skills, exceptional interpersonal skills, and strong written and verbal communication. Candidates must also possess an analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Bonus: Prior retail experience is highly desirable.