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The Retail General Manager will also be: * Ensuring that customer expectations are met * Conducting meetings with subordinate employees * Maintaining effective vendor relationships As a Retail ...

The Retail General Manager will also be: * Ensuring that customer expectations are met * Conducting meetings with subordinate employees * Maintaining effective vendor relationships As a Retail ...

The Retail General Manager will also be: * Ensuring that customer expectations are met * Conducting meetings with subordinate employees * Maintaining effective vendor relationships As a Retail ...

Retail General Manager

Wytheville, VA · On-site

$54.30K - $80.75K/yr

The Retail General Manager will also be: * Ensuring that customer expectations are met * Conducting meetings with subordinate employees * Maintaining effective vendor relationships As a Retail ...

Retail General Manager - Trainee

La Salle, IL · On-site

$54.30K - $80.75K/yr

The Retail General Manager will also be: * Ensuring that customer expectations are met * Conducting meetings with subordinate employees * Maintaining effective vendor relationships As a Retail ...

Retail General Manager - Trainee

Eloy, AZ · On-site

$54.30K - $80.75K/yr

The Retail General Manager will also be: * Ensuring that customer expectations are met * Conducting meetings with subordinate employees * Maintaining effective vendor relationships As a Retail ...

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Retail General Manager - Trainee

Lebanon, IN · On-site

$54.30K - $80.75K/yr

The Retail General Manager will also be: * Ensuring that customer expectations are met * Conducting meetings with subordinate employees * Maintaining effective vendor relationships As a Retail ...

Retail General Manager - Trainee

Piedmont, SC · On-site

$54.30K - $80.75K/yr

The Retail General Manager will also be: * Ensuring that customer expectations are met * Conducting meetings with subordinate employees * Maintaining effective vendor relationships As a Retail ...

Retail General Manager - Trainee

Aurora, CO · On-site

$57.78K - $89.60K/yr

The Retail General Manager will also be: * Ensuring that customer expectations are met * Conducting meetings with subordinate employees * Maintaining effective vendor relationships As a Retail ...

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How much do retail general manager jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for retail general manager in the United States is $64,469.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,500.00 and $70,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Retail General Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Retail General Manager, you need strong leadership, business acumen, inventory management skills, and a background in retail operations, often supported by a bachelor's degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory tracking software, and sales analytics tools is typically required. Outstanding communication, problem-solving, and team-motivation skills help set top performers apart in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for optimizing store performance, delivering excellent customer service, and effectively leading teams to achieve business goals.

How does a Retail General Manager typically balance daily operational tasks with long-term strategic planning?

A Retail General Manager is responsible for both the day-to-day running of the store and the execution of long-term business strategies. Balancing these aspects often involves delegating daily tasks—such as inventory management, staff scheduling, and customer service oversight—to department managers or team leads, which frees up time for analyzing sales trends, setting performance goals, and developing marketing initiatives. Effective communication and time management are crucial, as GMs must regularly meet with their teams to ensure alignment on immediate priorities while also focusing on broader objectives like revenue growth and customer satisfaction. This dual focus is key to both smooth store operations and sustained business success.

What are Retail General Managers?

Retail General Managers are responsible for overseeing the daily operations of retail stores or chains. Their duties include managing staff, ensuring excellent customer service, monitoring sales performance, and implementing company policies. They also handle budgeting, inventory control, and strategies to increase profitability. Retail General Managers play a key role in driving store success and maintaining a positive work environment.
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Infographic showing various Retail General Manager job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, 38% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,469 per year, or $31 per hour.

$54.30K - $80.75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Company Description

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Job Description

Pilot Flying J is seeking an experienced Retail General Manager to oversee our high-volume retail facilities. You will be responsible for the generation and execution of travel center and restaurant business plans to achieve established standards, sales and profit objectives as well as customer satisfaction.
The Retail General Manager will also be:

  • Ensuring that customer expectations are met
  • Conducting meetings with subordinate employees
  • Maintaining effective vendor relationships

As a Retail General Manager for Pilot Flying J, you will build, coach, manage and develop teams from a staffing, interviewing, hiring and training standpoint.

Additional responsibilities for the Retail General Manager include:

  • Driving sales
  • Managing team members
  • Tracking inventory
  • Providing customer service
  • Performing P&L analysis

Pay Rates Starting between: $54,300.00 - $80,750.00 / year

Qualifications

As a Retail General Manager, you must exemplify integrity and accountability at the managerial level as well as demonstrate excellent team leadership skills. Furthermore, you must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays.

Additional requirements of the Retail General Manager include:

  • Minimum 2-3 years of management experience in the retail, restaurant, grocery or other service industry with responsibility for financial results
  • Previous management proficiency in high volume retail with P&L accountability
  • Ability to create and maintain a customer focused culture
Additional Information
  • Fuel Discount
  • Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision
  • 401(k)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Weekly Pay