Position Summary
A well‑established convenience retail organization is conducting a highly confidential search for a District Manager to oversee a multi‑unit portfolio within the Savannah, Georgia market and surrounding areas.
This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, financial performance, and people leadership across assigned locations. Due to business sensitivity, company identity, reporting structure, and specific territory details will be shared only during later stages of the interview process.
Key Responsibilities
Multi‑Unit Operations Leadership
- Lead and support a district of company‑operated convenience store locations
- Ensure consistent execution of operational standards across fuel, foodservice, and in‑store retail
- Conduct regular store visits to assess performance, compliance, safety, and customer experience
- Identify gaps, address underperformance, and implement corrective action plans
Financial & Business Performance
- Own district‑level performance related to sales, margin, labor, shrink, and controllable expenses
- Review operational and financial reports to identify opportunities and risks
- Partner with senior operations leadership to execute growth and recovery initiatives
People Leadership & Talent Development
- Coach, develop, and hold Store Managers and emerging leaders accountable
- Support talent acquisition, onboarding, training, and succession planning
- Address performance management and employee relations matters in partnership with HR
- Promote a culture of engagement, accountability, and operational discipline
Compliance, Safety & Risk Management
- Ensure all locations operate in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including:
- Safety and security
- Food safety
- Fuel and environmental standards
- Drive a safety‑first mindset and respond to incidents or escalations as required
Execution & Collaboration
- Execute corporate initiatives while adapting to the unique needs of the local market
- Collaborate cross‑functionally with Facilities, HR, Supply Chain, and Operations partners
- Maintain professionalism and discretion in all internal and external interactions
Qualifications
Required
- 5–8+ years of multi‑unit leadership experience in convenience retail, QSR, or high‑volume retail
- Proven success leading geographically dispersed store operations
- Strong understanding of store‑level P&L drivers
- Demonstrated ability to coach, develop, and retain leaders
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively within the district
- High level of discretion, maturity, and professionalism
Preferred
- Experience in fuel, foodservice, or 24/7 operating environments
- Oversight of 10–25+ locations
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience
Work Environment
- Field‑based leadership role with frequent travel throughout the Coastal Georgia / Savannah area
- Flexible schedule required, including early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends
- Home base preferably in or near Savannah, GA, though final territory alignment may vary
Confidentiality Notice
This opportunity is part of a highly confidential business initiative.
Employer name, organizational structure, and full scope of responsibility will be disclosed only at the appropriate stage of the interview process.
If Helpful, I Can Also:
- Create a short, discreet LinkedIn Recruiter outreach message
- Adjust language to obscure whether this is a replacement vs. growth role
- Provide title alternatives (e.g., Field Operations Manager, Area Leader) to reduce visibility
- Tailor for fuel‑heavy, food‑forward, or turnaround districts
- Align compensation language without exposing internal bands
