Working In Retail

The U.S. Department of Labor reports that there are more than 2 million retail businesses employing more than 19 million people in the U.S. The retail industry offers opportunities in merchandising, store management, loss prevention, and buying.

Working in retail requires good sales skills with a strong ability to work with people because of the constant customer interaction. Enthusiasm, flexibility, and a positive attitude are essential characteristics necessary to succeed in the retail industry.
Now is a good time to begin working in retail due to numerous job opportunities in fast-paced environments.

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Associate of the Year Award - New Hampshire

Cumberland Farms Store Manager Debbie Tellier of Littleton New Hamphire, has been named Associate of the Year by the New Hampshire Grocers Association. Tellier was selected to receive the honor from a group of finalists that included convenience store managers from across the state.
Managers were judged on customer service, store conditions, leadership, employee turnover, sales, profitability and shrink.
"I have received overwhelming congratulations from all of my colleagues and mentors. I wish to thank all of those who have allowed me to learn and grow in the more than 20 years that I've been with Cumberland Farms, " said Tellier. "I'd especially like to thank my Area Sales Manager, Deane Palmer, and my staff, all of whom have dedicated themselves for a very successful year."
What's Tellier's secret to providing amazing customer service? "Follow your instincts. Work hard, as we all do, and definitely enjoy what you're doing. Success comes with what you are willing to put into it.

Are you looking for a better career? Visit CumberlandFarms.com to learn more about the job opportunities and benefits associated with a career at Cumberland Farms.

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Roy Horsfield named Store Operator of the Year

Cumberland Farms Store Manager Roy Horsfield from Halifax, Mass, was named Store Operator of the Year during the New England Convenience Store Association's 24th Annual Trade Show. Store Manager Bonnie Martin, of North Carver, Mass., took second place and Store Manager Lorraine Holbrook, of Brimfield Mass., received NECSA's Customer Service Award.

"This was a banner year for Cumberland Farms at the NECSA Trade Show, " said Manager of Training Systems and Development Sheree Beissner, who serves as a judge for the awards program. "Every year, the field is more and more competitive. The fact that our Store Managers won these awards speaks volumes about their ongoing commitment to providing unsurpassed customer service."

Cumberland Farms, a leader in the convenience store industry, bakes fresh bread everyday in their Westboro facility. Store Managers order the bread each week and the bread is shipped to all 600 stores within days.

The bakery also produces hamburger buns, hotdog buns, cookies, donuts and ice cream cones.