General Manager Blackhawks Travel Center

General Manager  Blackhawks Travel Centre, Duck Lake, SK (Full Time Permanent) Willow Cree Development Corporation

Position Summary: The General Manager is responsible for the overall store management, maintaining and operating Blackhawks Travel Centre LP. Overseeing daily operations, ensuring customer satisfaction, supervising and managing Staff effectively, monitoring financial performance of the store, setting and meeting sales targets.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operations of the Gas Bar and Convenience Store

Respond to operational issues and customer concerns promptly

Prepare and manage annual operating budgets

Monitor revenues, expenses, and profitability

Review daily sales, fuel reports, inventory reports, and financial statements

Develop employee schedules and ensure adequate staffing levels

Address employee deficiencies in accordance with personnel policies

Promote a respectful, safe, and productive work environment

Ensure compliance with employment policies and workplace standards

Manage inventory levels for fuel, food products, beverages, tobacco products (where applicable), and retail merchandise

Monitor stock movement and minimize losses

Coordinate purchasing and supplier relationships

Investigate and report incidents, accidents, and near misses

Education and Experience

Diploma or degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Management, or a related field is preferred.

Equivalent education and experience may be considered

35 years of progressive management experience in retail, fuel operations, convenience stores, hospitality, or a related business environment

Experience managing budgets, inventory, and staff

Experience with point-of-sale (POS) systems and cash management

Experience working with Indigenous communities or First Nation-owned businesses is considered an asset.

CPIC (Criminal Record Check)