Ampol Larapinta is a locally owned and operated company in Alice Springs Northern Territory.

The Role
Are you looking to take your career to the next level? Do you have ability to lead a dynamic team in a thriving business?

Ampol Larapinta Alice Springs is a leading Independent Fuel Station provider of fuel, drinks, hot food, snacks, drinks and is seeking an experienced Fuel Station Retail Manager.

Do you enjoy motivating and inspiring others, have a passion for high level customer service and personalising the shopping experience then read on.

The Business

Ampol Larapinta has been serving the community of Alice Springs for over 34 years, providing high quality fuel, hot food, snacks, drinks and amazing customer service. Ampol Larapinta is the most western fuel station in Alice Springs servicing the west side of the town as well as the communities and drive market as it heads to world famous locations such as Uluru and Kings Canyon.

Who are we seeking

You are an experienced manager with a strong background in retail or the fuel station industry.

You are a person who enjoys motivating and inspiring others, with a passion for high level customer service and personalising the shopping experience.

It is essential that you are available to work across store trading hours, including weekends if required. This role will also require you to undertake merchandising and rotation of stock, therefore you must be physically capable and be aware at times you will be on your feet for long periods of time.

You are proactive at solving day-to-day problems and your communication skills allow you to liaise with clients, suppliers and fellow team members.

As the manager of the service station, you and your team should be exceeding monthly sales targets, fluidly managing inventory and labour, and keeping up with the latest trends in merchandising and promotions.

Responsibilities

To manage an efficient operation and lead team

• Overseeing all daily operations of a busy fuel business

• Implement and manage operational systems and processes
• Merchandising, marketing and stock management
• Staff recruitment, training, mentoring and motivation
• Cash handling and reconciliations
• Food management supervision
• Hygiene & presentation standards are met and exceeded
• Meeting assigned budgets and KPIs

Stakeholders

Continue to maintain a high level of positive interaction with our clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• The main contact for the business

• Implement and manage operational systems and processes

• Train team to liaise with clients/customers to ensure a high level of customer service

• Met monthly with Directors to discuss budgets and operational issues

Team

Be the leader that ensures strong team culture, keeping team motivated, skilled and ensuring they are aligned to the business values.

• Manage the administrative elements of the business

• Set budgets and goals for the team and keep team members accountable on delivering targets and meeting key performance measures

• Use the existing Standard Operating Procedures support the team growth via structured training

Financial and Administration

Monitor financial performance of the business with the Directors, ensuring ongoing profitability and expansion.

• Manage and monitor sales targets and budgets of the business

• Manage, monitor and analyse Cost of Goods and GP and margins

• Using the backend reporting system, identify savings and revenue opportunities within the business

Compliance and Safety requirements

• Ensure compliancy of food regulations & safety standards

• Conduct regular audits of checklists to identify potential issues

• Ensure team are trained and compliant with food and safety requirements

You will have

• Proven experience in a Retail Manager role, preferably within the Fuel Station industry
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Good administration and financial management skills.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with safety compliance.

PLEASE APPLY - IMMEDIATE START!
Please send a detailed resume and cover letter addressing the key criteria and providing examples that demonstrate your ability to perform the role described above.
Rewards and Benefits:
• Generous Base salary + superannuation
• Yearly Incentives
• Opportunity to run your own site with the support and backing of the company
• Positive working culture
• Safe working environment

Generous discount on fuel and store items.