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How to Write a Convenience Store Business Plan: Complete Guide

• January 11, 2023

Whether you’re looking to raise funding from private investors or to get a loan from a bank (like a SBA loan) for your convenience store, you will need to prepare a solid business plan.

In this article we go through, step-by-step, all the different sections you need in the business plan of your convenience store. Use this template to create a complete, clear and solid business plan that get you funded.

1. Convenience Store Executive Summary

The executive summary of a business plan gives a sneak peek of the information about your business plan to lenders and/or investors.

If the information you provide here is not concise, informative, and scannable, potential lenders and investors will lose interest.

Though the executive summary is the first and the most important section, it should normally be the last section you write because it will have the summary of different sections included in the entire plan.

Why do you need a business plan for a convenience store?

The purpose of a business plan is to secure funding through one of the following channels:

• Obtain bank financing or secure a loan from other lenders (such as a SBA loan )
• Obtain private investments from investment funds, angel investors, etc.
• Obtain a public or a private grant

How to write an executive summary for a convenience store?

Provide a precise and high-level summary of every section that you have included in the business plan of your convenience store business. The information and the data you include in this segment should grab the attention of potential investors and lenders immediately.

Also make sure that the executive summary doesn’t exceed 2 pages in total: it’s supposed to be a summary for investors and lenders who don’t have time to scroll through 40-50 pages, so keep it short and brief.

The executive summary usually consists of 5 major sub-sections:

• Business overview : start by introducing your convenience store business, where it is located, the products you will sell, and the pricing strategy you want to implement. Mention what sets you apart from other businesses. For example, you may offer a hyper convenience store complete with a sit-down restaurant, bakery, pharmacy, and more.
• Market analysis : summarise the market where you will operate and provide a brief about your target market , target audience , spending capability, etc. Also give certain data points about the convenience store industry in the area where you want to operate (size and growth), as well as an overview of the main competitors , etc.
• People : introduce your convenience store business’ management and employee structure. Provide a brief (no more than a couple of sentences each) of the knowledge and experience of the team. Also, mention how the company will be structured (management roles and reporting lines)
• Financial plan: how much profit and revenue do you expect in the next 5 years? When will you reach the break-even point and start making profits? You can include here a chart with your key financials (revenue, gross profit, net profit )
• Funding ask : what loan/investment/grant are you seeking? How much do you need? How long will this last?

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2. Convenience Store Business Overview

In this segment of the business plan, you will provide details about the convenience store.

You must answer here some important questions that potential investors and lenders often ask about your business and operations. Here are some examples of questions you must answer:

• What is the rationale behind you opening a convenience store in your area today?
• Where will the business be located and why did you select that location?
• What type of products will you sell through your store?
• What will be your pricing strategy and why?
• What will be the legal structure of your company?

a) History of the Project

Any business overview must start with explaining the history of the project. There are 2 components here:

• Passion & experience of the business owner
• Rationale behind starting a convenience store today

Passion & experience

You may or may not have prior experience. If you have experience, speak about it and how it will help you to run your business. For instance, you may have worked as a store manager at a popular convenience store for 8 years. Now you want to start your own convenience store business and use your experience and knowledge to run the store efficiently.

Is there a certain problem (or perhaps, a set of problems) that your convenience store will try to solve when it comes into existence? For example, there may not be any hyper convenience store in the location that offers a sit-down restaurant, bakery, pharmacy, and other facilities.

But that’s not all! The market must be suitable for a business to exist and thrive. For instance, if you are trying to open a hyper convenience store in an area where there are highly established standalone pharmacies and restaurants with a loyal customer base, you may find it incredibly difficult to make a dent in their customer base.

Similarly, if the target customer base in the location prefers a traditional convenience store and you want to open a limited-selection convenience store, it will not work. 

b) Business Model

This section of the Business Overview should explain the model you want to adopt for your convenience store business. For example:

• Will you buy an existing convenience store or an existing franchise convenience store, or will you start a new one from scratch?
• Where will the store be located and what made you select that location?
• What type of convenience store will you open?
• What type of products will you focus on?
• What will be the pricing strategy and why will you select that strategy?

What are the different types of convenience stores?

There are various types of convenience stores that you can select. You will start with one vital decision. Either you will buy an existing store (individually owned or a franchise) or you will start from scratch. Either way, there are different types of convenience stores you can start. Here are of them:

• Traditional stores : These are generally 2,400 to 2,500 square feet in size and offer a variety of products including baked products, dairy products, beverages, tobacco, beauty & health products, frozen & fresh meat, gasoline, limited produce items, etc.
• Expanded convenience stores : These ones are bigger with sizes ranging between 2,800 and 3,600 square feet. These stores will either offer more grocery options, or they may include a fast-food section with seating arrangements.
• Hyper convenience stores : These stores are the largest of all with an average size of anywhere between 4,000 and 5,000 square feet. They have different product and service departments. For instance, they may have a separate department for bakery products, a different section for a pharmacy, a sit-down restaurant, etc.
• Limited selection convenience stores : They are usually small with an area of 1,500 to 2,200 square feet. They sell a mix of grocery products, but the offerings are fewer than traditional stores. Food offerings are also limited to smaller things like hot dogs, popcorn, nachos, etc.
• Mini convenience stores : Not exceeding 800 to 1,200 square feet in size, these stores have very limited grocery offerings. For food service, they may offer no more than prepared sandwiches. These stores may operate 24 hours a day, but some may choose to operate only 18 hours.
• Kiosks : These are the smallest of all with the store area not exceeding 800 square feet (usually smaller). They mostly focus on selling gasoline, but some fast-moving items such as confectionaries, snacks, beverages, etc. can also be found.

c) Products

The type of convenience store you want to open will define the type of products you offer. Of course, don’t provide a complete list of all the products you will sell here. Instead, you can list the main categories such as:

• Bakery products
• Frozen and fresh meat & fish
• OTC medicines & beauty products
• Restaurant (in case of a hyper convenience store)
• Fast-moving products (tobacco, snacks, etc.)

d) Pricing Strategy

This is where you will provide an overview of your pricing strategy. For instance, you may charge lower than your competitors because you may be enjoying huge wholesale discounts during inventory acquisition, and you may decide to pass on some benefits to your customers.

Similarly, you may decide to charge higher for certain items than your competitors because you offer 100% organic options for those products.

Pricing table

While it may not be possible to provide a proper pricing table for all products and services that you offer, it is still a great idea to provide a table that gives an overview of your pricing structure.

You can provide an average price based on categories. For instance, you can do something like this:

• Baked products: $1.25 to $12.45
• Frozen meat: $4.5 to $8.60

However, don’t go into extreme details because potential investors are not interested in the nitty-gritty of your pricing. They just need the big picture to assess the profitability, because they will tie your pricing strategy with financial projections.

e) Legal Structure

Finally, your business overview section should specify what type of business structure you want. Is this a corporation or a partnership (LLC)? Who are the investors? How much equity percentage do they own? Is there a Board of Directors? If so, whom? Do they have experience in the industry?

3. Convenience Store Market Overview

A complete understanding of the market where you want to operate is important for the success of your business. That’s also something you must showcase in your business plan.

For example, if you intend to sell pricey organic products through your convenience store in a low-income area, you will probably not succeed. You must understand the needs and the spending capacity of your target market and tailor your product offerings accordingly.

Therefore, you must cover here 3 important areas:

• Industry size & growth : how big is the convenience store business industry in your area? What is its growth rate (or decline rate) and what are the factors contributing to its growth or decline?
• Competition overview : how many competitors are there? How do they compare vs. your business? How can you differentiate yourself from them?
• Customer analysis : who is your target audience? What type of products do they usually buy at convenience stores? Do they prefer convenience stores to be open 24×7? What is their average bill size per visit? How frequently do they visit convenience stores?

a) Industry size & growth

How big is the convenience store business industry in the us.

According to Statista , the total sales of convenience stores in the US stood at $532.9 billion in 2020. Of this, $243.1 billion came from in-store sale alone (vs. gas sales).

In total, there were 150,274 convenience stores in the US in 2020, of which the vast majority are independent stores.

In other words, each store generates an average annual turnover $1,600,000 (excluding gas sales).

How big is the convenience store business industry in your area?

After getting a clear picture of the convenience store industry in the US as a whole, narrow down to your location. Unfortunately, it’s likely that you won’t find the number anywhere (at least not for free).

In that case, you can use our guide to estimate the TAM, SAM, and SOM for your business. Here is an example of how to do it:

We know the average convenience store in the US generates an annual turnover of $1.6 million (in-store sales only). Therefore, if the location where you will operate has a total of 40 convenience stores, the convenience store industry in your area is worth approximately $64 million.

How fast is the convenience store business industry growing in your area?

According to IBISWorld , the convenience store market in the US registered an annual growth rate of 3.1% from 2017 to 2022.

What about the location where you want to open your convenience store? US national averages can be a great addition to your business plan, yet they don’t necessarily help to assess the convenience store business industry where you want to open your store. For example, the industry might be growing in the US, but declining in your region for a number of reasons (businesses shutting down due to losses, etc.).

As you likely won’t find this information online, you can instead rely on the number of convenience stores in the location to calculate the average growth rate of the industry in your area.

For example, if the region had only 34 convenience stores in 2017 and 40 in 2022, you can assume that the average annual growth rate of the convenience store industry in the area is 3.53%, in line with the US national average.

b) Competition Overview

Studying your competitors’ business models is vital. You need to understand what makes them successful or why they fail. A clear understanding of their business model, the products they sell, their marketing strategies, etc., will allow you to provide a better service.

If your competitors are offering nearly the same products, then what is their market share and how do they market their products & services to attract new customers?

It is always a good idea to do some research (if necessary, you may consider physically visiting your competitors without revealing your business intentions) and create a comparative table summarizing their respective product offering, marketing strategy , store size, etc.

Here is a sample table that you can use:

Convenience Store SWOT Analysis

SWOT stands for Strength, Weakness, Opportunities, and Threats. This analysis will help lenders and investors better understand how you compare vs. competitors as well as the overall risk and reward profile of your business.

Here is a sample that you can use as a reference:

• Strengths : A master’s degree in business management, 9 years of experience as a general manager in a convenience store chain
• Weaknesses : Startup cost, no initial brand reputation
• Opportunities : Steady growth in residential population as people from other places are migrating to the area owing to its low cost of living, only 2 convenience stores in a 6-mile radius and 3 stores in a 12-mile radius
• Threats : Existing stores planning on opening new stores

c) Customer Analysis

This is the sub-section where you will provide a detailed analysis of your target audience. Some important points that you must include in your customer analysis include:

• What in-store products do they usually buy (apart from gas)?
• How long do they spend in a convenience store?
• What is the average amount they spend at a convenience store each month?
• Do they purchase beauty and OTC health products from convenience stores?
• What is the percentage of smokers and tobacco users in the area? This will give you a fair idea of whether you should stock cigarettes and other tobacco products or not

You can add as many data points as required to validate your business decision. The idea here is to display your deep understanding of the target audience and their needs, preferences, and expectations. This knowledge can help you to tailor your products & services to attract new customers.

4. Sales & Marketing Strategy

This is the section where you outline your customer acquisition strategy. Try to answer the following questions:

What is your Unique Selling Proposition (USP)?

• What are the different marketing strategies you will use?
• How do you intend to track the success of your marketing strategy?
• What is your CAC or customer acquisition cost?
• What is your marketing budget?

What marketing channels do convenience stores use?

A few marketing channels that convenience store businesses typically use are:

• Signages (most common)
• Local listings
• Loyalty programs

In other words, how do you differentiate yourself vs. competitors? This is very important as you might need to win customers from competitors.

A few examples of USPs are:

• Location: your store may be located in a very busy area
• Product variety : you may offer varied products for all your customers’ need
• Pricing : you may have cheaper products vs. competitors

Your USP will depend on your business model, competitor analysis , and target audience. Whatever your USP be, it should be clear and appealing to your target audience.

5. Management & People

You must address 2 things here:

• The management team and their experience/track record
• The organizational structure : different team members and who reports to whom?

Small businesses often fail because of managerial weaknesses. Thus, having a strong management team is vital. Highlight the experience and education of senior managers that you intend to hire to oversee your convenience store business.

Describe their duties, responsibilities, and roles. Also, highlight their previous experience and explain how they succeeded in their previous roles.

It is also important that you explain how their experiences and qualifications help you in implementing the convenience store business you are proposing. If they have specialized training and experience (for example, 9 years of general manager experience in a leading convenience store chain, 7 years of vendor management experience, etc.), add that information.

Organization Structure

Even if you haven’t already hired a general manager, stockist, salesperson, cashier, guard, and other relevant staff members, you must provide a flowchart of the organizational structure defining hierarchy and reporting lines.

6. Financial Plan

The financial plan is perhaps, with the executive summary, the most important section of any business plan for a convenience store.

Indeed, a solid financial plan tells lenders that your business is viable and can repay the loan you need from them. If you’re looking to raise equity from private investors, a solid financial plan will prove them your convenience store is an attractive investment.

There should be 2 sections to your financial plan section:

• The startup costs of your project (if you plan to start a new store, add a new store to your chain, etc.)
• The 5-year financial projections of your convenience store(s)

a) Startup Costs

Before we expand on 5-year financial projections in the following section, it’s always best practice to start with listing the startup costs of your project. For a convenience store business, startup costs are all the expenses you incur before you start making sales. These expenses typically are:

• The acquisition of the real estate (if you buy)
• The lease deposit (if you rent)
• The renovation and equipment costs
• Business insurance, etc.

Of course, the startup costs depend on a number of factors, like the number of stores you plan to open, their size, the products you will sell, etc.

For example, it costs on average $290,000 to $351,000 to start a 1,500 sq. ft. convenience store (assuming you need to do a lot of renovation and overhaul).

Note that these costs are for illustrative purposes and may not be fully relevant for your business. For more information on how much it costs to open and run a convenience store, read our article here .

b) Financial Projections

In addition to startup costs, you will also need to build a solid 5-year financial model in the business plan of your convenience store.

Note that your financial projections should be built using a spreadsheet (e.g. Excel or Google Sheets) and presented in the form of tables and charts in your business plan.

As usual, keep it concise here and save details (for example detailed financial statements, financial metrics, key assumptions used for the projections) for the appendix instead.

Your financial projections should answer at least the following questions:

• How much revenue do you expect to generate over the next 5 years?
• When do you expect to break even?
• How much cash will you burn until you get there?
• What’s the impact of a change in pricing (say 10%) on your margins?
• What is your average customer acquisition cost?

You should include here your 3 financial statements (income statement, balance sheet and cash flow statement). This means you must forecast:

• The number of customers / orders over time ;
• Your expected revenue ;
• Operating costs to run the business ;
• Capex (cost to renovate / build your store, furniture and equipment, etc.)

When projecting your financials, make sure to sensitize sales volume (customers), pricing as well as the expenses (inventory, salaries, etc.). Indeed, a small change in these assumptions may have a significant impact on your revenues, and most importantly, your profits.

7. Use of Funds

This is the last section of the business plan of your convenience store. Now that we have explained what your business model is, what type of products you sell, how you get customers, etc., this section must now answer the following questions:

• How much funding do you need?
• What financial instrument(s) do you need: is this equity or debt, or even a free-money public grant?
• How long will this funding last?
• Where else does the money come from? If you apply for a SBA loan for example, where does the other part of the investment come from (your own capital, private investors?)

If you raise debt:

• What percentage of the total funding the loan represents?
• What is the corresponding Debt Service Coverage Ratio ?

If you raise equity

• What percentage ownership are you selling as part of this funding round?
• What is the corresponding valuation of your business?

Use of Funds

Any business plan for a convenience store should include a clear use of funds section. This is where you explain how the money will be spent.

Will you spend most of the loan / investment in paying your employees’ salaries and the COGS (inventory)? Or will it cover mostly the cost for acquiring the real estate and renovations?

For the use of funds, we also recommend using a pie chart like the one we have in our financial model template where we outline the main expenses categories as shown below.

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Convenience Store Business Plan

A convenience store can become a brilliant source of primary or secondary income if you do it right.

Also, the main benefit of a convenience store over a supermarket is that it is located around the corner of residential areas and faces lesser competition from retail giants.

And if you bring your unique touch to the business, who knows, you might have a chain as big as 7-Eleven. But for that, you’ll need a convenience store business plan.

A business plan helps you stand apart from your competitors and prepares you for challenges and opportunities alike.

Industry Overview

The convenience store industry generated a whopping amount of 532.9 billion dollars in 2020 and continues to grow at a rapid pace moving forward, too.

As convenience stores provide access to a variety of things including packaged food, fresh groceries, and on-the-go meals, they are highly preferred amongst the office-going audience who are always running short of time.

Convenience stores are also a great option for people who have less time to shop and want to avoid spending long hours looking for stuff in a supermarket.

All these factors would contribute majorly towards the growth and expansion of convenience stores in the future.

But as the market is competitive, you’ll have to do something that makes your store stand out.

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Things to Consider Before Writing Your Convenience Store Business Plan

Pick a legal structure.

The legal structure for your business not only decides the amount you’ll pay in taxes, but it also decides how much paperwork you’ll have to go through, if you’ll require legal help or not, what would be the liability on your assets, and so on.

Hence, you should take your time and pick a legal structure that fits your business.

Get the necessary permits

Several legal documents can help you avoid unnecessary legal hassles and carry out your business with ease. Several such documents can also help you avail yourself of tax and government benefits.

Hence, it is always a good practice to make a list of all the permits you’ll need and to get all of them before getting started.

Choose the right location

The location can make or break a convenience store business. The accessibility and convenience your store provides to your target audience help your business thrive and succeed.

Hence, you should make sure that you choose a good location for your business .

Offer something that helps your store stand out

As the convenience store business is quite competitive, your business must offer something that helps you stand apart from others who offer a similar product.

From taking inspiration from East Asian 7-elevens that offer microwaves and tables to eat food to offering vegan alternatives of snacks, you can choose from a wide variety of things to help your business stand out.

But make sure that it is something that your target audience prefers.

Chalking out Your Business Plan

If you are planning to start a new grocery or convenience store , the first thing you will need is a business plan. Use our sample business plan created using Upmetrics business plan software to start writing your business plan in no time.

Before you start writing a business plan for your new convenience store, spend as much time as you can reading through some samples of the grocery or convenience store business plans.

Reading some sample business plans will give you a good idea of what you’re aiming for. Also, it will show you the different sections that different entrepreneurs include and the language they use to write about themselves and their business plans.

We have created this sample business plan for you to get a good idea about how perfect a convenience store business plan should look and what details you will need to include in your stunning business plan.

Convenience Store Business Plan Outline

This is the standard convenience store business plan outline, which will cover all important sections that you should include in your business plan.

• Keys to Success
• Past Performance
• Products and services
• Industry Analysis
• Market Analysis
• Target Market Segment Strategy
• Competition and Buying Patterns
• Website Marketing Strategy
• Development Requirements
• SWOT Analysis
• Competitive Edge
• Marketing Strategy
• Sales Forecast
• Personnel Plan
• Important Assumptions
• Break-even Analysis
• Projected Profit and Loss
• Projected Cash Flow
• Projected Balance Sheet
• Business Ratios
• Profit and Loss
• Balance Sheet

After getting started with Upmetrics , you can copy this sample convenience store business plan into your business plan and modify the required information and download your convenience store business plan pdf or doc file. It’s the fastest and easiest way to start writing your business plan.

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It’s a modern business plan template specifically designed for your convenience store business. Use the example business plan as a guide for writing your own.

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Convenience Store Business Plan Template

Written by Dave Lavinsky

Convenience Store Business Plan

You’ve come to the right place to create your Convenience Store business plan.

We have helped over 5,000 entrepreneurs and business owners create business plans and many have used them to start or grow their convenience stores.

Below is a template to help you create each section of a business plan for your convenience store.

Executive Summary

Business overview.

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store is a new convenience store located in Lansing, Michigan. The business is a newly established convenience store set up by its founder, Pete McGee. As a longtime retailer and employee of various convenience stores throughout Lansing, Pete realized that the small suburb that he resides in has grown too quickly to meet the demand of the area residents. There is an intersection that Pete has identified to be without a convenience store within 5 miles.

For the past ten years, Pete has been the area manager for 6 convenience stores for a locally-owned brand. Through his promotion, Pete oversaw the store managers and made sure each store was profitable, well stocked, and had the proper staff in place. Through his knowledge and training, Pete is well-equipped to be able to open his own convenience store and manage it properly.

Speedy Pete’s will offer gas as well as a car wash and air machine for tires. The store itself will offer alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, basic groceries, and ready-made coffee, donuts, and hot food. It will be the perfect stop for the area residents to stop in and purchase their products without having to go out of their way.

Product Offering

The following are the products that Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store will provide:

• Air Machine
• Non-alcoholic beverages
• Beer and Wine
• Basic Groceries
• Beverage Machine
• Freshly Made Hot Coffee
• Freshly Made Donuts/Cookies
• Freshly Made Hot Food (hot dogs, burritos, sandwiches)

Customer Focus

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store will target all residents residing in southeastern Lansing and commuters traveling through the area. The customers will come from all demographics and ages.

Management Team

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store will be owned and operated by Pete McGee. As a former area manager that oversaw 6 convenience stores in the area, Pete is able to open, train his employees, and ensure that the convenience store will run smoothly and efficiently. He is exceptionally knowledgeable in monitoring profit margins and ensuring the store is profitable.

Pete McGee has worked in the retail industry for most of his life. He has worked in convenience stores, home improvement stores, and large retailers. For the past ten years, Pete has been the area manager for 6 convenience stores for a locally-owned brand. Through his promotion, Pete oversaw the store managers and made sure each store was profitable, well stocked, and had the proper staff in place. Pete was exceptional at his job as he was able to monitor profit margins and teach his store managers which products to keep on the shelves and which products to get rid of. Through his knowledge and training, Pete is well-equipped to be able to open his own convenience store and manage it properly.

Success Factors

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store will be able to achieve success by offering the following competitive advantages:

• Ideal location – there is not a convenience store within 5 miles of the newly developed neighborhood
• Large selection of snacks, beverages, and freshly made items
• The gas to be sold is from the highest quality gas distributor

Financial Highlights

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store is seeking $400,000 in debt financing to open the convenience store. The funding will be dedicated towards securing the land, funding the construction, and purchasing the initial inventory. Funding will also be dedicated towards three months of overhead costs to include payroll of the staff, utilities, and marketing costs for the convenience store. The breakout of the funding is below:

• Purchase 0.5 acre of retail land located at an intersection: $100,000
• Construction and build-out of the small convenience store: $100,000
• Three months of overhead expenses (payroll, rent, utilities): $150,000
• Marketing costs: $10,000
• Working capital: $40,000

Company Overview

Who is speedy pete’s convenience store.

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store is a new convenience store located in Lansing, Michigan. The business is a newly established convenience store set up by its founder, Pete McGee. As a longtime retailer and employee of various convenience stores throughout Lansing, Pete realized that the small suburb that he resides in has grown too quickly to meet the demand of the area residents. There is an intersection that Pete has identified to be without a convenience store within 5 miles. The city just put up a traffic light because the traffic has increased significantly within the past two years. The intersection is at the bottom of a newly developed neighborhood so the convenience store will be passed by its residents multiple times throughout the day and will be accessible through two points of entry.

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store History

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store is owned and operated by Pete McGee. Pete is a former convenience store employee, manager, and area manager. He has experience in monitoring profit margins, managing employees, and managing inventories.

Since incorporation, Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store has achieved the following milestones:

• Registered Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store, LLC to transact business in the state of Michigan.
• Has contracts in place for his gas, grocery, and drink suppliers.
• Contacted an architectural and construction firm to begin the design and construction of the convenience store.
• Began recruiting a staff of employees to help him with the day to day operations.

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store Products

The following will be the products Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store will provide:

Industry Analysis

Customer analysis, demographic profile of target market.

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store will target all residents of Lansing Michigan. The target market will consist of area residents, students, and employees working in the area.

The precise demographics for Lansing, Michigan are:

• 1,006,032 residents
• 560,000 households
• 584 schools
• 300,084 area businesses
• 3 major highways within 20 miles

Customer Segmentation

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store will primarily target the following customer profiles:

• Residents living in the area
• Employees working in the area
• Travelers driving through Lansing

Competitive Analysis

Direct and indirect competitors.

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store will face competition from other companies with similar business profiles. A description of each competitor company is below.

Speed Demon Convenience Stores

Speed Demon is a gasoline-convenience store brand that has over 3,500 stores across the country. They service over 2 million customers everyday and offer a robust rewards program where customers are able to earn discounts on gas and products by being a frequent shopper. The stores include a Speedy Cafe that is a fast-casual dining option and is on track to open another 100 stores by the end of next year. The company is headquartered in Ohio and is a sub-organization with Marathon Petroleum.

9-29 Convenience Stores

9-29 Convenience Stores is a large name in the convenience-retailing industry. Based in Irving, Texas, 9-29 operates, franchises, and/or licenses more than 13,000 stores in the U.S. and Canada. The company offers cold drinks, candy, pizzas, groceries, tobacco items, lottery tickets, coffee, juices, sandwiches, ice creams, snacks, and other related items. The chain was founded in 1927.

A couple of the most popular items 9-29 offers are their large Slurpee drinks and large soft drink cups for its soda fountain machine. The cups offered are the largest on the market at 128 ounces.

Fast Time Convenience Stores

Fast Time Convenience Stores is an operator of a network of convenience stores and gas stations in the northeastern part of the United States. The company’s stores offer groceries, beverages, fresh food, car wash services, road transportation fuel, stationeries and other retail products. Fast Time was founded in 1958 and continues to operate from the original family that established it.

Most recently, Fast Time has attempted to grow its footprint to the midwestern states of the US. The company is currently conducting market research to see if the investment would be viable as those states tend to be saturated with a multitude of convenience store chains.

Competitive Advantage

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store will be able to offer the following advantages over their competition:

Marketing Plan

Brand & value proposition.

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store will offer the unique value proposition to its clientele:

• The location is strategically located in a convenience store desert where there is no other convenience store within 5 miles.
• Large selection of snacks, beverages, and freshly made hot food items.
• The store will contract with the highest quality fuel distributor.
• Pricing will be competitive and on par with other convenience store chains.

Promotions Strategy

The promotions strategy for Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store is as follows:

Speedy Pete’s will be located in a newly developed neighborhood where there are no other convenience stores in the area yet. The owner has identified a parcel of land in a highly trafficked area where a traffic light was just put up. The intersection sees thousands of residents and cars pass by on a daily basis.

Print Advertising

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store will invest in professionally designed print ads to display in newspapers, paper programs,  or flyers to be handed out at local events.

Website/SEO Marketing

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store will hire a third-party marketing company to design their print ads and design their website. The website will be well organized, informative, and list all the convenience store products they plan to offer. The website will also list their contact information and directions to the convenience store. The marketing company will also include SEO tactics so that anytime someone types in the Google or Bing search engine “Lansing convenience store” or “convenience store near me”, Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store will be listed at the top of the search results.

The owner will also hire the marketing company to design eye-catching billboard designs to be displayed in different parts of the city. The billboards will target the drivers and/or tourists that will be heading in the direction of the convenience store.

The pricing of Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store will be moderate and on par with competitors so customers feel they receive value when purchasing their convenience store products.

Operations Plan

The following will be the operations plan for Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store.

Operation Functions:

• Pete McGee will be the Owner and Operator of the company. He will oversee all staff, hire, train, and manage store inventory, and supplier contracts and relationships.
• Bob Jones – will be the Head Manager to be in charge of the convenience store when Pete is not there. He will also work closely with Pete to learn all aspects of managing a convenience store.
• Bookkeeper – Will be in charge of payroll, accounts receivable and payable, and tax payments.
• Staff of 3 – 4 employees to assist with customer service and cleaning.

Milestones:

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store will have the following milestones complete in the next six months.

1/1/202X – Finalize purchase of retail land

2/15/202X – Begin construction on the convenience store

3/1/202X – Finalize contracts for gas and grocery supplier

4/15/202X – Purchase all store inventory and supplies

5/1/202X – Final walk through of convenience store

5/15/202X – Hire and train convenience store staff

6/1/202X – Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store opens for business

Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store will be owned and operated by Pete McGee, a lifelong Lansing resident who has extensive experience in the convenience store industry, having worked as an hourly employee and up to an area manager overseeing 6 stores.

Financial Plan

Key revenue & costs.

The revenue drivers for Speedy Pete’s Convenience Store are the revenues it will receive from the sales of gas, car washes, grocery, snacks, beverages, alcoholic beverages, and hot ready made food.

The cost drivers will be the overhead costs required in order to staff and maintain a profitable and successful convenience store. The expenses will be the payroll cost, land payment, utilities, store supplies and inventory, car wash maintenance, and marketing materials.

Funding Requirements and Use of Funds

Key assumptions.

The following outlines the key assumptions required in order to achieve the revenue and cost numbers in the financials and in order to pay off the startup business loan.

• Number of Products Sold per Month: 10,300
• Average Price per Product: $5
• Number of Convenience Store Products Sold Per Year: 123,600

Financial Projections

Income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement, convenience store business plan faqs, what is a convenience store business plan.

A convenience store business plan is a plan to start and/or grow your convenience store business. Among other things, it outlines your business concept, identifies your target customers, presents your marketing plan and details your financial projections.

You can easily complete your Convenience Store business plan using our Convenience Store Business Plan Template here .

What are the Main Types of Convenience Stores?

There are a number of different kinds of convenience stores , some examples include: Traditional Convenience Store, Mini Convenience Store, Limited Selection Convenience Store, Expanded Convenience Store, Hyper Convenience Store, and Kiosk.

How Do You Get Funding for Your Convenience Store Business Plan?

Convenience Stores are often funded through small business loans. Personal savings, credit card financing and angel investors are also popular forms of funding.

What are the Steps To Start a Convenience Store Business?

Starting a convenience store business can be an exciting endeavor. Having a clear roadmap of the steps to start a business will help you stay focused on your goals and get started faster.

1. Develop A Convenience Store Business Plan - The first step in starting a business is to create a detailed convenience store start up business plan  that outlines all aspects of the venture. This should include potential market size and target customers, the services or products you will offer, pricing strategies and a detailed financial forecast.  

2. Choose Your Legal Structure - It's important to select an appropriate legal entity for your convenience store business. This could be a limited liability company (LLC), corporation, partnership, or sole proprietorship. Each type has its own benefits and drawbacks so it’s important to do research and choose wisely so that your convenience store business is in compliance with local laws.

3. Register Your Convenience Store Business - Once you have chosen a legal structure, the next step is to register your convenience store business with the government or state where you’re operating from. This includes obtaining licenses and permits as required by federal, state, and local laws. 

4. Identify Financing Options - It’s likely that you’ll need some capital to start your convenience store business, so take some time to identify what financing options are available such as bank loans, investor funding, grants, or crowdfunding platforms. 

5. Choose a Location - Whether you plan on operating out of a physical location or not, you should always have an idea of where you’ll be based should it become necessary in the future as well as what kind of space would be suitable for your operations. 

6. Hire Employees - There are several ways to find qualified employees including job boards like LinkedIn or Indeed as well as hiring agencies if needed – depending on what type of employees you need it might also be more effective to reach out directly through networking events. 

7. Acquire Necessary Convenience Store Equipment & Supplies - In order to start your convenience store business, you'll need to purchase all of the necessary equipment and supplies to run a successful operation. 

8. Market & Promote Your Business - Once you have all the necessary pieces in place, it’s time to start promoting and marketing your convenience store business. This includes creating a website, utilizing social media platforms like Facebook or Twitter, and having an effective Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategy. You should also consider traditional marketing techniques such as radio or print advertising. 

Learn more about how to start a successful convenience store business:

• How to Start a Convenience Store Business

Convenience Store Business Plan Template

If you want to start a convenience store business or expand your current one, you need a business plan.

Over the past 20+ years, we have helped over 7,000 entrepreneurs and business owners create business plans to start and grow their convenience stores.

Below are links to each section of your convenience store business plan template :

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Convenience Store Business Plan FAQs

What is the easiest way to complete my convenience store business plan.

Growthink's Ultimate Business Plan Template allows you to quickly and easily complete your Convenience store Business Plan.

Where Can I Get a Convenience Store Business Plan PDF?

You can download our Convenience Store business plan PDF  here. This is a business plan template you can use in PDF format.

What Is a Convenience Store Business Plan?

A business plan provides a snapshot of your convenience store as it stands today, and lays out your growth plan for the next five years. It explains your business goals and your strategy for reaching them. It also includes market research to support your plans.

Why Do You Need a Business Plan for a Convenience Store?

If you’re looking to start a convenience store or grow your existing convenience store you need a business plan. A business plan will help you raise funding, if needed, and plan out the growth of your convenience store in order to improve your chances of success. Your convenience store business plan is a living document that should be updated annually as your business grows and changes.

What Are the Sources of Funding for a Convenience store?

Convenience stores are usually funded through small business loans, personal savings, credit card financing and/or angel investors.

What Products Should You Include in Your Convenience Store?

Many aspects of your business plan for a convenience store hinge on the choice of products for the store to carry. Certainly, this should be based on the customers you seek to reach with your store. Here are some other considerations that should go into the choice of the product line.

Level of Variety

With a high level of product variety (a broad product line), your store may be sought out by more customers who may find what they need more often, on average, leading to increased revenues. However, this benefit carries with it increased storage costs for the additional inventory that isn’t placed directly on shelves, especially items which sell fast. The storage costs include the rent for storage space or a storage room at the store and all of the labor associated with tracking and finding items in storage. There is also a need for more shelf space which may require more display units and even a larger store and higher rent. With more items to track and constantly restock, as well as the difficulty in projecting sales for a specific item, there is a greater chance of stocking out on any specific item. In those cases, hopefully you carry similar items that a customer might buy as a substitute.

With low variety (a narrow product line), the costs associated with stock-outs, storage, and shelf space are reduced somewhat. However, you will turn away more customers who cannot find the exact item they are seeking and will not accept substitutes.

Pricing For Convenience

Convenience stores, focused on quick purchases to fill a specific customer need, whether it is to change a light bulb or solve a sugar craving, offer their convenience in the form of a smaller store by pricing at a premium to what a customer would pay in a larger store like a supermarket, chain drug store, or hardware store. Customers are willing to pay 10% more for an item (or even higher), for example, to avoid a longer wait in line and longer travel time to reach the larger store.

In choosing the products to carry, you must examine the cost of purchasing in low quantities and make sure you can price high enough to cover the higher unit cost you will incur over what a larger store might. Products that are too expensive to buy in low quantities will not be feasible for this reason, as there is a limit to the price you can charge and expect to sell the product at.

CONVENIENCE STORE BUSINESS PLAN OUTLINE

• Convenience Store Business Plan Home
• 1. Executive Summary
• 2. Company Overview
• 3. Industry Analysis
• 4. Customer Analysis
• 5. Competitive Analysis
• 6. Marketing Plan
• 7. Operations Plan
• 8. Management Team
• 9. Financial Plan
• 10. Appendix
• Convenience Store Business Plan Summary

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Here is a free business plan sample for a convenience store.

Have you been toying with the idea of opening a convenience store but feel overwhelmed about where to start?

Look no further, as we're about to guide you through a comprehensive business plan tailored for a convenience store.

Creating a robust business plan is a crucial step for any aspiring entrepreneur. It serves as a roadmap, outlining your vision, objectives, and the strategies you'll employ to turn your retail dream into a thriving reality.

To streamline your planning process, take advantage of our convenience store business plan template. Our team is also on standby to provide a free review and fine-tuning to ensure your plan is on point.

How to draft a great business plan for your convenience store?

A good business plan for a convenience store must be tailored to the unique aspects of retail operations and customer convenience.

To start, a comprehensive market overview is crucial. This should include current statistics and an examination of emerging trends in the retail sector, as illustrated in our convenience store business plan template .

Your business plan should articulate your vision clearly. Define your target market (such as neighborhood residents, commuters, students), and establish your store's distinctive appeal (24/7 operation, product variety, local products, etc.).

Market analysis is the next critical component. This requires a thorough understanding of the local competitive landscape, consumer buying habits, and the specific demands of the area your store will serve.

For a convenience store, it's important to detail the range of products you will carry. This includes everyday essentials, snacks, beverages, and any niche products that cater to local preferences or gaps in the market.

The operational plan is vital. It should outline the store's location, layout, inventory management, supplier relationships, and logistics.

Given the nature of a convenience store, factors such as product turnover, shelf life, and inventory management are particularly important.

Then, delve into your marketing and sales strategies. How do you plan to attract customers and encourage repeat business? Discuss promotional tactics, loyalty programs, and potential ancillary services (like ATM, lottery tickets, or bill payment services).

Incorporating digital strategies, such as an online presence or delivery options, can also be a significant advantage.

The financial section is a cornerstone of the plan. It should cover startup costs, revenue projections, operating expenses, and the point at which the business will become profitable.

Convenience store margins can be tight, so precise financial planning and understanding your cash flow is essential. For assistance, refer to our financial forecast for a convenience store .

Compared to other business plans, a convenience store plan must address specific factors like extended operating hours, the need for robust security measures, and the management of a diverse product inventory.

A well-crafted business plan will not only help you clarify your strategy and operations but also attract investors or secure loans.

Lenders and investors are looking for detailed market analysis, sound financial projections, and a clear operational strategy for managing a convenience store.

By presenting a thorough and substantiated plan, you show your dedication to the success of your enterprise.

To achieve these goals while saving time, you can fill out our convenience store business plan template .

A free example of business plan for a convenience store

Here, we will provide a concise and illustrative example of a business plan for a specific project.

This example aims to provide an overview of the essential components of a business plan. It is important to note that this version is only a summary. As it stands, this business plan is not sufficiently developed to support a profitability strategy or convince a bank to provide financing.

To be effective, the business plan should be significantly more detailed, including up-to-date market data, more persuasive arguments, a thorough market study, a three-year action plan, as well as detailed financial tables such as a projected income statement, projected balance sheet, cash flow budget, and break-even analysis.

All these elements have been thoroughly included by our experts in the business plan template they have designed for a convenience store .

Here, we will follow the same structure as in our business plan template.

Market Opportunity

Market overview and statistics.

The convenience store industry is a vital part of the retail landscape, offering quick and easy access to a variety of products.

As of recent data, the global convenience store market is valued at over 1 trillion dollars, with projections indicating continued growth. This is driven by the fast-paced lifestyle of consumers who seek immediate access to goods.

In the United States alone, there are over 150,000 convenience stores, accounting for significant revenue in the retail sector. These stores are integral to daily life, providing essential items to millions of customers.

The robust presence of convenience stores underscores their importance in the retail industry and their substantial contribution to the economy.

Industry Trends

The convenience store sector is witnessing several key trends that are shaping its future.

Healthier options are becoming more prevalent, with stores increasing their offerings of fresh fruit, salads, and health-oriented snacks to cater to health-conscious consumers.

Technology is playing a major role, with the rise of contactless payments, self-checkout kiosks, and sophisticated inventory management systems that streamline operations.

Convenience stores are also expanding their services to include postal, banking, and foodservice options, transforming them into community hubs.

Additionally, the integration of e-commerce and home delivery services is becoming more common, as stores adapt to the digital preferences of consumers.

Environmental sustainability is another focus, with stores implementing eco-friendly practices, such as reducing plastic usage and offering more sustainable product choices.

These trends highlight the industry's adaptability and its commitment to meeting the evolving needs of modern consumers.

Key Success Factors

Several factors contribute to the success of a convenience store.

Location is paramount; stores situated in high-traffic areas or close to residential neighborhoods tend to perform better due to increased accessibility for customers.

A diverse product mix that caters to the immediate needs of customers, including a range of food, beverages, household items, and personal care products, is essential for attracting a broad customer base.

Extended hours of operation are also a significant advantage, as they offer customers flexibility and convenience around the clock.

Customer service is crucial, with friendly and efficient staff enhancing the shopping experience and encouraging repeat visits.

Lastly, effective supply chain management and cost control are vital for maintaining profitability and competitive pricing in a market with thin margins.

By focusing on these key areas, a convenience store can thrive and maintain a loyal customer base in a competitive retail environment.

The Project

Project presentation.

Our convenience store project is designed to serve the needs of a busy, health-conscious community. Strategically located in a high-traffic urban area or near residential complexes, this store will offer a diverse range of products including organic, vegan, and gluten-free options. The inventory will include everyday essentials, snacks, beverages, fresh produce, and household items, all curated to provide a one-stop shopping experience.

We will emphasize the convenience of shopping by offering extended hours, self-checkout options, and a user-friendly layout to ensure a quick and efficient shopping experience.

Our convenience store aims to be more than just a place to buy goods—it will be a community hub that understands and caters to the unique needs of its customers, providing a tailored shopping experience.

Value Proposition

The value proposition of our convenience store is centered on providing a carefully selected assortment of products that cater to the health and convenience needs of our customers. We offer a unique blend of traditional convenience items alongside healthier, specialty options not commonly found in typical convenience stores.

Our commitment to quality, variety, and accessibility ensures that our customers can find what they need quickly and easily, making their daily routines more manageable. We aim to exceed expectations by offering exceptional customer service and a pleasant shopping environment.

By focusing on the needs of our community, we strive to establish our store as a reliable and indispensable resource for our customers' busy lives.

Project Owner

The project owner is an entrepreneur with a keen insight into the evolving retail landscape and the changing needs of consumers. With a background in retail management and a passion for customer service, they are dedicated to creating a convenience store that stands out for its commitment to providing a diverse range of products and services.

Understanding the importance of convenience and health in today's fast-paced world, the owner is determined to offer a shopping experience that aligns with the values and schedules of the store's clientele.

Driven by a vision of community engagement and a dedication to adaptability, the owner is the driving force behind this project, aiming to create a convenience store that becomes an essential part of the local community's daily life.

The Market Study

Market segments.

The market segments for this convenience store are diverse and cater to a wide range of customer needs.

Firstly, there are local residents who require easy access to everyday items such as groceries, personal care products, and household essentials.

Secondly, commuters and workers in the area who need quick grab-and-go options like snacks, beverages, and ready-to-eat meals.

Additionally, the market includes individuals seeking specialty products that may not be available in larger supermarkets, such as niche snacks, local goods, and international items.

Lastly, the store can attract a segment of health-conscious consumers by offering a selection of organic, natural, and health-oriented products.

SWOT Analysis

A SWOT analysis of this convenience store project highlights several key factors.

Strengths include a strategic location, extended operating hours, and a wide variety of products that cater to immediate consumer needs.

Weaknesses might involve limited space for inventory, competition with larger retail chains, and the challenge of maintaining product freshness.

Opportunities could arise from offering unique services such as lottery tickets, postal services, or bill payment options, as well as from the potential to partner with local businesses for exclusive product offerings.

Threats include the rise of online shopping, potential economic downturns affecting consumer spending, and the constant need to adapt to changing consumer preferences.

Competitor Analysis

Competitor analysis in the convenience store sector indicates a highly competitive environment.

Direct competitors include other local convenience stores, supermarkets, and gas stations with attached retail outlets.

These competitors vie for customer loyalty by offering convenience, competitive pricing, and a range of products.

Potential competitive advantages for our store include personalized customer service, a curated selection of products, and loyalty programs.

Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of competitors is crucial for carving out a niche in the market and ensuring customer retention.

Competitive Advantages

Our convenience store's competitive edge lies in our commitment to providing a personalized shopping experience.

We offer a carefully selected assortment of products, including fresh, locally-sourced items and unique international goods that are not readily available elsewhere.

Our focus on customer convenience is exemplified by our extended hours of operation, quick checkout processes, and additional services like utility payments and mobile top-ups.

We also prioritize customer engagement through community events and promotions, fostering a sense of loyalty and community around our brand.

You can also read our articles about: - the customer segments of a convenience store - the competition study for a convenience store

The Strategy

Development plan.

Our three-year development plan for the convenience store is designed to establish a strong foothold in the community.

In the first year, our goal is to build a loyal customer base by offering a wide range of products that cater to everyday needs, with a focus on convenience and competitive pricing.

The second year will be geared towards expanding our product lines, including the introduction of fresh food options and locally sourced items to differentiate ourselves from competitors.

In the third year, we aim to leverage technology by introducing a mobile app for easy shopping and to explore the possibility of a second location to increase our market reach.

Throughout this period, we will prioritize customer service, store cleanliness, and an efficient shopping experience to ensure customer retention and store growth.

Business Model Canvas

The Business Model Canvas for our convenience store targets a broad customer segment, including local residents, commuters, and passersby seeking quick and easy access to a variety of products.

Our value proposition is centered on providing a convenient shopping experience, with a diverse product range and extended operating hours.

We will conduct sales through our physical storefront and potentially an online platform, utilizing key resources such as our strategic location, inventory management system, and dedicated staff.

Key activities include inventory stocking, sales operations, and customer service.

Our revenue streams will be generated from the sale of convenience goods, while our costs will be associated with inventory procurement, staffing, and operational expenses.

Find a complete and editable real Business Model Canvas in our business plan template .

Marketing Strategy

Our marketing strategy is focused on positioning our convenience store as the go-to place for quick and easy shopping solutions.

We plan to engage with the community through local events, sponsorships, and partnerships with other businesses.

Our promotional efforts will include loyalty programs, weekly specials, and targeted advertising in local media and online platforms.

We will also utilize social media to connect with customers, share promotions, and gather feedback to continuously improve our offerings.

Risk Policy

The risk policy for our convenience store includes measures to mitigate operational, financial, and security risks.

We will implement strict inventory control to prevent stockouts and overstocking, and we will ensure that all employees are trained in loss prevention techniques.

Financial risks will be managed through careful budgeting and cash flow monitoring. Security systems will be in place to protect against theft and ensure the safety of both customers and staff.

We will also carry comprehensive insurance to protect against unforeseen events and liabilities.

Why Our Project is Viable

We believe that our convenience store project is viable due to the constant demand for quick and accessible shopping options.

Our commitment to providing a wide range of products, extended hours, and exceptional customer service positions us to become a staple in the local community.

We are adaptable and ready to evolve with changing consumer trends to ensure the long-term success of our convenience store.

We are enthusiastic about the opportunity to serve our community and are confident in the potential of our convenience store to thrive in a competitive market.

You can also read our articles about: - the Business Model Canvas of a convenience store - the marketing strategy for a convenience store

The Financial Plan

Of course, the text presented below is far from sufficient to serve as a solid and credible financial analysis for a bank or potential investor. They expect specific numbers, financial statements, and charts demonstrating the profitability of your project.

All these elements are available in our business plan template for a convenience store and our financial plan for a convenience store .

Initial expenses for our convenience store include leasing a retail space in a strategic location, outfitting the store with shelving, refrigeration units, and point-of-sale systems, acquiring initial inventory across various product categories such as groceries, personal care items, and household goods, obtaining necessary licenses and permits, and investing in security systems to prevent theft. Additionally, costs will be allocated for branding, signage, and promotional activities to attract customers to our new establishment.

Our revenue assumptions are based on a comprehensive market analysis of the local community's needs for convenient shopping options, taking into account factors such as population density, competition, and consumer purchasing behavior.

We expect sales to grow steadily as we establish our store's reputation for offering a wide range of products, competitive pricing, and excellent customer service.

The projected income statement outlines expected revenues from product sales, cost of goods sold (including supplier prices and delivery costs), and operating expenses (rent, utilities, marketing, employee wages, etc.).

This results in a forecasted net profit that is essential for assessing the long-term viability of our convenience store.

The projected balance sheet will display assets such as inventory, fixtures, and cash on hand, as well as liabilities like loans and accounts payable.

It will provide a snapshot of the financial position of our convenience store at the end of each fiscal period.

Our projected cash flow statement will detail the cash inflows from sales and cash outflows for expenses and inventory purchases, enabling us to predict our financial needs and maintain adequate cash reserves.

The projected financing plan will identify the mix of equity and debt financing we intend to use to fund our startup costs and initial operations.

The working capital requirement for our convenience store will be carefully managed to ensure we can sustain day-to-day activities, such as restocking inventory, covering overheads, and meeting payroll obligations.

The break-even analysis will determine the sales volume required to cover all our costs, signaling when our store will start generating profits.

Key performance indicators we will monitor include the inventory turnover rate to measure the efficiency of our stock management, the gross margin ratio to evaluate our pricing strategy and cost control, and the return on investment to gauge the profitability of the capital invested in our convenience store.

These metrics will be instrumental in assessing the financial performance and overall success of our convenience store.

If you want to know more about the financial analysis of this type of activity, please read our article about the financial plan for a convenience store .

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Do you want to start your own convenience store?

Are you planning to start a convenience store ? Well, the yearly sales of the US convenience store industry exceed $680 billion so it is undoubtedly one of the most profitable businesses out there. As of December 31, 2016, there were more than 154,000 convenience stores in the US and their numbers are still increasing steadily.

The biggest reason of the popularity of this business is that the convenience stores offer various products which allow the consumers to obtain all their needs from a single roof thus keeping the traffic flowing day and night throughout the year. They are undoubtedly the need of the hour in today’s time where everyone is busier than ever. That is why this business starts yielding a profit as soon as it is launched as compared to most of the businesses which need months or even years to yield the desired rate of return.

Another important aspect is that, unlike other businesses, a convenience store business has the least amount of risk associated with it provided that you plan it successfully. So before you move on to open a convenience store, you will have to prepare a convenience store business plan which will establish the basis of your company’s future operations and decisions. It will help you determine everything; the types of products you will be selling, who your target customers will be and how you will allocate your resources for the required equipment, inventory, and payroll.

So, if you are wondering how to write an effective business plan then here we are providing you the business plan for a convenience store business startup named ‘EasyShop’.

Executive Summary

2.1 the business.

EasyShop will be a bonded, insured and licensed convenience store business, located in the Manhattan borough of the New York City. We aim to serve the nearby residential community and working class of Manhattan by proving them all they need under a single roof. We have strategically selected a furniture showroom, located in the main commercial center of downtown Manhattan, to be converted into our store. The location is ideal for opening convenience store since it is amidst all commercial and business activities and at a 10 minutes’ drive from the residential zone.

The business will be owned by Doug Spencer of Spencer family, one of the richest families in the United States. Mr. Spencer has been associated with the family business of fast-food restaurants for the last 20 years after doing his Masters in Business Administration from the Harvard University. Due to the similar family business, Mr. Spencer knows exactly how to start a convenience store and he has all the resources needed for starting a convenience store .

Although there are hundreds of already established convenience stores we have several competitive advantages over other competitors. The first one is our mobile app which can be used to make payments, order the goods for home delivery, or pre-book the goods. This app is strategically built to facilitate the ever-busy working class of the society. Our second competitive edge will be the availability of everything, every time. Unlike other stores, we will make sure that our stock never runs out and everything our customers may need is available to us. Finally, our customer service will be the best in town and will also give us an edge over other convenience stores.

2.2 Management

The company will be managed by Mr. Spencer himself and he will be assisted by his friend Carl John. Carl is highly experienced in retail businesses and will serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the EasyShop. The store will remain open 24-7 and will be operated and managed by three shifts of workers. A law firm will be contracted for covering the legal aspects of the business and an insurance firm will be contacted for insuring the company.

The convenience store industry is one of the few industries which have seen a constant increase in revenue along with the increase in business locations with time. The total sales from the US convenience store industry increased by approximately $80 billion within the course of one year from 2015 to 2016. The number of convenience stores has increased by 63% during the last three decades and is still on the rise. The main reason behind this increase is that it is very easy to open a convenience store as you can see from the hundreds of convenience store examples present in every city of the United States. The actual challenge is to successfully manage that convenience store to yield profits from the start.

2.3 Customers

The company aims to serve the community living in the residential zones of the Manhattan borough and the people working in the commercial and business centers located near us. The community living in our vicinity is financially established so we hope to have a lot of sales as soon as we are launched. There are also a lot of working-class people who are extremely tight up with their busy routines and prefer to go to a place where they can find everything under a single roof. We will provide the perfect place to our busy customers where they can find a huge number of products as well as services. This diversity of products and services will be one of our primary competitive advantages over other competitors.

We will provide every basic necessity of life to our customers under a single roof so that they don’t have to visit various stores in search of their needed goods. Some categories of the products offered by us include but are not limited to fresh and packed foods, beverages, meat, dairy products, stationery, personal care, healthcare products, baby items, pet items, newspapers, magazines, batteries, greeting cards, lottery tickets etc. We will offer money transfer services and utilities bill payment services to our customers. We will also provide home delivery services for online purchases to the nearby resident community. Customers can also pre-book their goods by using our smartphone app.

2.4 Target of the Company

The target of the company is to become the best convenience store business in the New York City within next five years of our startup. Ronald Spencer aims to become one of the biggest convenience store chains in the New York City within the next ten years of our launch. This target can only be achieved by growing the sales at the forecasted rate. We also aim to balance the initial cost of the startup with earned profits by the end of the first year and open multiple stores by the end of five years in the New York City.

The keys to the success of achieving our target are as follows:

• Comprehensive planning of ‘everything’
• Hiring the best staff for operations
• Respecting our customers and making sure that they get what they want in the least time

Company Summary

3.1 company owner.

EasyShop will be owned by the Spencers, one of the richest families in the United States. Spencers are already operating a chain of fast food restaurants in North America but it was until this year that they have decided to enter the retail industry as well. The venture will be completely financed by the family while it will be led and operated by Doug Spencer.

Mr. Spencer is the eldest son of Ronald Spencer, the head of the family, and has been associated with the family business for the last 20 years after doing his Masters in Business Administration from the Harvard University. Mr. Spencer will be the General Manager of the business and will be assisted by his friend Carl John. John has served in multiple executive positions in various retail giants such as Wal-Mart, 7-Eleven, and Costco. For the last 6 years, John was serving in 7-Eleven as the Director Operations of the New York City.

3.2 Why the Business is being started

This business will basically provide a gateway for the Spencer family to enter the massive retail industry of the United States. Ronald had been planning this venture for a long time as it was undoubtedly the best way to invest the family’s wealth and profit earned via restaurants.

3.3 How the Business will be started

EasyShop will be initially launched as an open convenience store in the Manhattan borough of the New York City. A 15,000 square feet place has already been acquired on lease in the center of the main commercial district of downtown Manhattan. The place was formerly used as a furniture display showroom so a contracting firm has been hired to turn the place into a convenience store. A law firm, Wigdor LLP, has also been contracted for getting the permits and licenses from the city’s administration.

Spencer’s convenience store startup will be unique in many ways. It will remain open 24-7 and will be operated and managed by three shifts of workers with each shift working a standard eight hours a day. Mr. Spencer has planned everything about his business including the required equipment and inventory, and has hired experts from various fields to help him craft a detailed map about it. The financial experts have forecasted following costs for expenses, assets, investment, and loans for the Start-up.

The detailed start-up requirements, start-up funding, start-up expenses, total assets, total funding required, total liabilities, total planned investment, total capital and liabilities as forecasted by experts, is given below:

Services for customers

Being launched as one of the biggest convenience store business in the New York City, we plan to offer a huge number of products as well as services to our consumers. This diversity of products and services will be one of our primary competitive advantages over other competitors. We will provide every basic necessity of life to our customers under a single roof so that they don’t have to visit various stores in search of their needed goods. Some categories of the products offered by us include but are not limited to

• Meat – poultry, beef, lunch meat, pork
• Produce – fruits, vegetables
• Paper Goods – aluminum foil, sandwich bags paper towels, toilet paper
• Bread or Bakery products– sandwich loaves, tortillas, bagels, dinner rolls
• Baking Goods – cereals, pasta, mixes, flour, sugar
• Personal Care – shampoo, shaving cream, soap, hand soap
• Frozen Foods – waffles, vegetables, individual meals, ice cream
• Beverages – coffee, tea, juice, soda, drinks
• Canned or Jarred Goods – vegetables, spaghetti sauce, ketchup
• Dairy – cheese, eggs, milk, yogurt, butter
• Cleaners – all purpose, laundry detergent, dishwashing liquid and detergents
• Other – baby items, pet items, newspapers, magazines, batteries, greeting cards, lottery tickets

We will sell our products in the standard packaging sizes, quantity and quality as other as other convenience stores. We will sell the products of local as well as international brands such as Charmin, Stouffer’s, Frito-Lay, Jolly Green Coca-Cola, Giant etc. One of the biggest problems in opening a convenience store is to incorporate some innovation in your business to make it unique and better as compared to the existing and established businesses. Considering this aspect, we will also offer money transfer services and utilities bill payment services to our customers. Customers can also pre-book their goods by using our smartphone app. We will also provide home delivery services for online purchases to the nearby resident community. There will be no delivery charges for goods worth greater than or equal to $50.

Finally, we will offer ready-to-eat fast foods so that our customers can grab a bite despite their tight schedule.

Marketing Analysis of Convenience store business

The most important component of an effective convenience store business plan is its accurate marketing analysis that’s why Mr. Spencer acquired the services of marketing experts to help him through this phase. It is only after this stage that a good convenience store business plan could have been developed. After identifying the local market trends in the New York City, the marketing experts and analysts also helped him to select the best site for starting a convenience store business .

The success or failure of a convenience store totally depends upon its marketing strategy which can only be developed on the basis of accurate marketing analysis. There are four main steps to carry out an accurate marketing analysis which are to identify the current market trends of convenience store business, identify your target audience and potential customers, set out the business targets to achieve, and finally set the prices of your products and services. Marketing analysis is a must-do thing before you even think about how to start your own convenience store . It must be considered beforehand even if you are developing a small convenience store business plan .

Operational and Strategic Planning

5.1 market trends.

The convenience store industry is one of the few industries which have seen a constant increase in revenue along with the increase in business locations with time. The total sales from the US convenience store industry generated in 2015 amounted to more than $603 billion while the sales exceeded $680 billion by the end of 2016. The sales increase by approximately $80 billion within the course of one year. Although these stats include the sales of the fuels since most of the convenience stores in the US primarily provide gas services but still merchandise makes a major chunk of these stats. As per other services provided by the convenience stores, the weekly wire transfers in 2015 were more than 5800.

The convenience store industry is subdivided according to the major categories of products it provides with the biggest being food service. Foodservice sales are growing to become the convenience store’s most profitable category, contributing 21.4% of sales as of 2016. Similarly, fresh fruits and vegetable sales (including salads and packaged products) also increased 10.3% to $362 million in 2014. The number of convenience stores has increased by 63% during the last three decades and, currently, they make up more than 34% of all retail outlets in the United States. After identifying these market trends, it is clearly evident that convenience store industry is always blooming and can be immensely profitable.

5.2 Marketing Segmentation

Our target market is the community living nearby at the 10 minutes’ drive from our store. The community consists of all types of people from varying backgrounds. As per the financial position, nearly half of the community has monthly income ranging from $40k to $50k while nearly 10% people have incomes even around $100,000. There are also a lot of working-class people who are extremely tight up with their busy routines and prefer to go to a place where they can find everything under a single roof.

For developing a good convenience store business model it was crucial to analyze the market segmentation of the future customers of our convenience store. A successful and efficient marketing strategy can only be developed after we completely know our potential customers. Our experts have identified the following type of target audience which can become the future consumers of our baby clothes:

The detailed marketing segmentation of our target audience is as follows:

5.1.1 Local Residents:

The first and the most numerous group of our customers will be the community living in the vicinity of our convenience store. These residents are financially stable and can become our potential customers of merchandise like food products and other accessories. These customers will also rely on us for money transfer and utilities bill payment facilities. This customer group will drive the most number of sales so our marketing strategy will be specifically built to attract this group towards us. Initially, we will also offer various promotional packages.

5.1.2 Working Class:

The second category includes the workers and employees who work in the businesses or offices located in the vicinity of our convenience store. Most of these workers have a tight routine and they prefer to get everything under a single roof as compared to visiting different stores. They want to shop as fast as they can without compromising on their busy schedule. Our convenience store is specifically designed while keeping such busy people in mind and the average time for shopping in our store will be around 3 to 4 minutes. Our ready-to-eat fast foods will always be ready for these people to pick up while on their way to their respective companies and offices.

5.1.3 Passers-by:

The third category includes those people who do not live or work near our convenience store but have come to the area for any business purpose or commercial activity. Most of the time these people need to pick some stuff for their homes while on the way to their respective destinations. They will also stop by us to grab some fast food or make some wire transfer. The detailed market analysis of our potential customers is given in the following table:

5.3 Business Target

We aim to become the best convenience store business of the New York City within next five years of our startup. Ronald Spencer aims to become one of the biggest convenience store chains in the New York City within the next ten years of our launch. Our main business targets to be achieved as milestones over the course of next three years are as follows:

• To achieve the net profit margin of $10k per month by the end of the first year, $15k per month by the end of the second year, and $25k per month by the end of the third year
• To balance the initial cost of the startup with earned profits by the end of the first year
• To open up two more stores by the end of three years, three more stores by the end of five years

5.4 Product Pricing

Product pricing is one of the most important factors in deciding the strategy for convenience store marketing . Selecting the price for products is a difficult task, especially for the startups, because one have to attract customers while yield profit at the same time. These two things cannot be achieved at the same time and the only way out is to select a compromised trade-off or balance between the two. After considering the market demands, we have priced all our products in the similar ranges as of our competitors except for some of our food products. Our food products of Spencer brand will be nearly 10% cheaper so as to attract customers toward us. The reason behind our pricing policy is to achieve the minimum attractive rate of return which would not be possible in case of offering our other products for low prices.

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Like marketing analysis, sales strategy is also an important component of the business plan for a convenience store . After identifying the market trends, the market demand, and the potential customers of the startup, the next step is to develop an ingenious strategy to attract those customers toward us. Mr. Spencer carried out an extensive research about various marketing and advertising strategies being implemented on established grocery store business model before developing an effective sales strategy for EasyShop.

6.1 Competitive Analysis:

Convenience store industry is one of the biggest industries of the United States making up 34% of all retail stores located in the United States. There are over 150,000 convenience stores in the United States; likewise, there are hundreds of established convenience stores in the New York City that’s why we have a really tough competition ahead of us.

Considering this fact, we have already made preparations for entering the massive retail industry of the United States. Our biggest competitive edge over other competitors will be our mobile app which can be used to make payments, order the goods for home delivery, or pre-book the goods. By pre-booking the goods, you don’t have to spend time on searching for all the goods at the store as one of our salesmen will have already collected them for you to pick up on the way. We have strategically built this app to facilitate the ever-busy working class of the society.

Our second competitive edge will be the availability of everything, every time. Unlike other stores, we will make sure that our stock never runs out and everything our customers may need is available with us. We will provide all kind of goods as compared to conventional convenience stores. Finally, our customer service will be the best in town. We will treat every customer with utmost respect and make sure that our customers leave our stores with big smiles on their faces.

6.2 Sales Strategy

After carrying out a detailed grocery store industry analysis , our experts came up with the following brilliant ideas to advertise and sell ourselves.

• We will carry out a large-scale social media campaign for our advertisement.
• We will allow our customers to buy our products online through our Facebook page and mobile app. Customers can pay online, order or pre-book their required goods.
• We will offer various discounts and gifts on our products for the first month of our launch to encourage sales.

6.3 Sales Forecast

Considering our innovative app, the quality and availability of our products, and our unparalleled customer service, our sales pattern is expected to increase with years. By analyzing our market segmentation strategy, our experts have forecasted the following sales on a yearly basis which are summarized in the column charts.

The detailed information about sales forecast, total unit sales, total sales is given in the following table:

Personnel plan

The key to the success of a business is its careful planning in the initial stages. Just like the planning of other components, you must also prepare a personnel plan before you think about how to start a grocery store business . It is also an extremely important stage because success of any business significantly depends upon its employees. So you have to prepare a plan for the staff needed whether you are developing a convenience store business plan  for a small shop.

It is never easy to estimate the number and type of staff needed for a company before it is even launched therefore it is always better to seek the help of HR experts to get through this phase. Mr. Spencer acquired the services of experts to help him developed the following personnel plan for his company.

7.1 Company Staff

Mr. Spencer will act as the General Manager of the company while Carl John will serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the company. The company will initially hire following people in t:

• 1 Store Manager to manage the operations of the store
• 2 Administrators / Accountants to maintain financial records
• 4 Sales Executives responsible for marketing and discovering new ventures
• 10 Employees for operating and maintaining the store
• 2 Inventory Manager to manage the merchandise present in store and storage
• 1 Supply Chain Manager to purchase goods for the store
• 5 Drivers to transport products from storage to store and for delivering products to customers
• 4 Cleaners to keep the store clean at all times
• 1 Front Desk Officer to act as a receptionist
• 2 Security Officers

To ensure the best quality service, all employees will be selected through vigorous testing and will be trained for a month before starting their jobs.

7.2 Average Salary of Employees

The following table shows the forecasted data about employees and their salaries for next three years.

Financial Plan

After deciding the strategy and personnel plan of the company, the next step was to develop a detailed map about the financial projections covering all aspects of the company. Just like the planning of other aspects, you must also prepare a financial plan before you start thinking about how to start a convenience store business . The financial plan should craft a detailed map about the cost of startup, inventory, payroll, equipment, rent, utilities and how these costs will be covered with the earned profits. Before getting to think about how to start a convenience store, cost and profit analysis should be carried out.

Mr. Spencer hired experts to incorporate the financial aspect in the convenience store business plan . The financial plan outlines the development of the company over the next three years and is specifically developed to achieve both the company’s short-term and long-term objectives.

8.1 Important Assumptions

The company’s financial projections are forecasted on the basis of following assumptions. These assumptions are quite conservative and are also expected to show deviation but to a limited level such that the company’s major financial strategy will not be affected.

8.2 Brake-even Analysis

The following graph shows the company’s Brake-even Analysis.

The following table shows the company’s Brake-even Analysis.

8.3 Projected Profit and Loss

The following charts show the company’s expected Profit and Loss situation on the monthly and yearly basis.

8.3.1 Profit Monthly

The following graph shows the monthly profit, as forecasted by the company’s financial experts.

8.3.2 Profit Yearly

The following graph shows the yearly profit, as forecasted by the company’s financial experts.

8.3.3 Gross Margin Monthly

The following graph shows the monthly gross margin, as forecasted by the company’s financial experts.

8.3.4 Gross Margin Yearly

The following graph shows the yearly gross margin, as forecasted by the company’s financial experts.

The following table shows detailed information about profit and loss, and total cost of sales.

8.4 Projected Cash Flow

The following column diagram shows the projected cash flow.

8.5 Projected Balance Sheet

The following table shows detailed data about pro forma cash flow, subtotal cash from operations, subtotal cash received, sub-total spent on operations, subtotal cash spent. The following projected balance sheet shows data about total current assets, total long-term assets, total assets, subtotal current liabilities, total liabilities, total capital, total liabilities and capital.

8.6 Business Ratios

The following table shows data about business ratios, ratio analysis, total assets, net worth.

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How to write a business plan for a convenience store?

Writing a business plan for a convenience store can be an intimidating task, especially for those just starting.

This in-depth guide is designed to help entrepreneurs like you understand how to create a comprehensive business plan so that you can approach the exercise with method and confidence.

We'll cover: why writing a convenience store business plan is so important - both when starting up, and when running and growing the business - what information you need to include in your plan, how it should be structured, and what tools you can use to get the job done efficiently.

Let's get started!

In this guide:

Why write a business plan for a convenience store?

What information is needed to create a business plan for a convenience store.

• What goes in the financial forecast for a convenience store?
• What goes in the written part of a convenience store business plan?
• What tool can I use to write my convenience store business plan?

Being clear on the scope and goals of the document will make it easier to understand its structure and content. So before diving into the actual content of the plan, let's have a quick look at the main reasons why you would want to write a convenience store business plan in the first place.

To have a clear roadmap to grow the business

Small businesses rarely experience a constant and predictable environment. Economic cycles go up and down, while the business landscape is mutating constantly with new regulations, technologies, competitors, and consumer behaviours emerging when we least expect it.

In this dynamic context, it's essential to have a clear roadmap for your convenience store. Otherwise, you are navigating in the dark which is dangerous given that - as a business owner - your capital is at risk.

That's why crafting a well-thought-out business plan is crucial to ensure the long-term success and sustainability of your venture.

To create an effective business plan, you'll need to take a step-by-step approach. First, you'll have to assess your current position (if you're already in business), and then identify where you'd like your convenience store to be in the next three to five years.

Once you have a clear destination for your convenience store, you'll focus on three key areas:

• Resources: you'll determine the human, equipment, and capital resources needed to reach your goals successfully.
• Speed: you'll establish the optimal pace at which your business needs to grow if it is to meet its objectives within the desired timeframe.
• Risks: you'll identify and address potential risks you might encounter along the way.

By going through this process regularly, you'll be able to make informed decisions about resource allocation, paving the way for the long-term success of your business.

To get visibility on future cash flows

If your small convenience store runs out of cash: it's game over. That's why we often say "cash is king", and it's crucial to have a clear view of your convenience store's future cash flows.

So, how can you achieve this? It's simple - you need to have an up-to-date financial forecast.

The good news is that your convenience store business plan already includes a financial forecast (which we'll discuss further in this guide). Your task is to ensure it stays current.

To accomplish this, it's essential to regularly compare your actual financial performance with what was planned in your financial forecast. Based on your business's current trajectory, you can make adjustments to the forecast.

By diligently monitoring your convenience store's financial health, you'll be able to spot potential financial issues, like unexpected cash shortfalls, early on and take corrective actions. Moreover, this practice will enable you to recognize and capitalize on growth opportunities, such as excess cash flow enabling you to expand to new locations.

To secure financing

Whether you are a startup or an existing business, writing a detailed convenience store business plan is essential when seeking financing from banks or investors.

This makes sense given what we've just seen: financiers want to ensure you have a clear roadmap and visibility on your future cash flows.

Banks will use the information included in the plan to assess your borrowing capacity (how much debt your business can support) and your ability to repay the loan before deciding whether they will extend credit to your business and on what terms.

Similarly, investors will review your plan carefully to assess if their investment can generate an attractive return on investment.

To do so, they will be looking for evidence that your convenience store has the potential for healthy growth, profitability, and cash flow generation over time.

Now that you understand why it is important to create a business plan for a convenience store, let's take a look at what information is needed to create one.

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Writing a convenience store business plan requires research so that you can project sales, investments and cost accurately in your financial forecast.

In this section, we cover three key pieces of information you should gather before drafting your business plan!

Carrying out market research for a convenience store

Carrying out market research before writing a business plan for a convenience store is essential to ensure that the financial projections are accurate and realistic.

Market research helps you gain insight into your target customer base, competitors, pricing strategies and other key factors which can have an impact on the commercial success of your business.

In particular, it is useful in forecasting revenue as it provides valuable data regarding potential customers’ spending habits and preferences.

You could discover that customers may be looking for more healthy snack options, such as nuts, yogurt, and granola bars. Additionally, customers might be interested in more convenient grab-and-go meal options, such as pre-made sandwiches and salads.

This information can then be used to create more accurate financial projections which will help investors make informed decisions about investing in your convenience store.

Developing the sales and marketing plan for a convenience store

Budgeting sales and marketing expenses is essential before creating a convenience store business plan.

A comprehensive sales and marketing plan should provide an accurate projection of what actions need to be implemented to acquire and retain customers, how many people are needed to carry out these initiatives, and how much needs to be spent on promotions, advertising, and other aspects.

This helps ensure that the right amount of resources is allocated to these activities in order to hit the sales and growth objectives forecasted in your business plan.

The staffing and equipment needs of a convenience store

As you embark on starting or expanding your convenience store, having a clear plan for recruitment and capital expenditures (investment in equipment and real estate) is essential for ensuring your business's success.

Both the recruitment and investment plans must align with the timing and level of growth projected in your forecast, and they require appropriate funding.

A convenience store might incur staffing costs such as wages for cashiers, stockers, and managers. They may also need to buy equipment such as cash registers, shelving units, and refrigerators. Additionally, they may need to pay for other supplies such as cleaning supplies, paper towels, and food packaging.

To create a realistic financial forecast, you also need to consider other operating expenses associated with the day-to-day running of your business, such as insurance and bookkeeping.

With all the necessary information at hand, you are ready to begin crafting your business plan and developing your financial forecast.

What goes into your convenience store's financial forecast?

The financial forecast of your convenience store's business plan will enable you to assess the growth, profitability, funding requirements, and cash generation potential of your business in the coming years.

The four key outputs of a financial forecast for a convenience store are:

• The profit and loss (P&L) statement ,
• The projected balance sheet ,
• The cash flow forecast ,
• And the sources and uses table .

Let's look at each of these in a bit more detail.

The projected P&L statement

Your convenience store forecasted P&L statement enables the reader of your business plan to get an idea of how much revenue and profits your business is expected to make in the near future.

Ideally, your reader will want to see:

• Growth above the inflation level
• Expanding profit margins
• Positive net profit throughout the plan

Expectations for an established convenience store will of course be different than for a startup. Existing businesses which have reached their cruising altitude might have slower growth and higher margins than ventures just being started.

The forecasted balance sheet of your convenience store

The projected balance sheet of your convenience store will enable the reader of your business plan to assess the overall financial health of your business.

It shows three elements: assets, liabilities and equity:

• Assets: are productive resources owned by the business, such as equipment, cash, and accounts receivable (money owed by clients).
• Liabilities: are debts owed to creditors, lenders, and other entities, such as accounts payable (money owed to suppliers).
• Equity: includes the sums invested by the shareholders or business owners and the profits and losses accumulated by the business to date (which are called retained earnings). It is a proxy for the value of the owner's stake in the business.

Analysing your convenience store projected balance sheet provides an understanding of your convenience store's working capital structure, investment and financing policies.

In particular, the readers of your plan can compare the level of financial debt on the balance sheet to the equity value to measure the level of financial risk (equity doesn't need to be reimbursed, while financial debt must be repaid, making it riskier).

They can also use your balance sheet to assess your convenience store's liquidity and solvency:

• A liquidity analysis: focuses on whether or not your business has sufficient cash and short-term assets to cover its liabilities due in the next 12 months.
• A solvency analysis: takes and longer view to assess whether or not your business has the capacity to repay its debts over the medium-term.

The cash flow forecast

As we've seen earlier in this guide, monitoring future cash flows is the key to success and the only way of ensuring that your convenience store has enough cash to operate.

As you can expect showing future cash flows is the main role of the cash flow forecast in your convenience store business plan.

It is best practice to organise the cash flow statement by nature in order to show the cash impact of the following areas:

• Cash flow generated from operations: the operating cash flow shows how much cash is generated or consumed by the business's commercial activities
• Cash flow from investing activities: the investing cash flow shows how much cash is being invested in capital expenditure (equipment, real estate, etc.) either to maintain the business's equipment or to expand its capabilities
• Cash flow from financing activities: the financing cash flow shows how much cash is raised or distributed to financiers

Looking at the cash flow forecast helps you to make sure that your business has enough cash to keep running, and can help you anticipate potential cash shortfalls.

Your convenience store business plan will normally include both yearly and monthly cash flow forecasts so that the readers can view the impact of seasonality on your business cash position and generation.

The initial financing plan

The sources and uses table or initial financing plan is a key component of your business plan when starting a convenience store.

It shows where the capital needed to set up the business will come from (sources) and how it will be spent (uses).

This table helps size the investment required to set up the convenience store, and understand how risks will be distributed between the business owners, and the financiers.

The sources and uses table also highlights what the starting cash position will be. This is key for startups as the business needs to have sufficient funding to sustain operations until the break-even point is reached.

Now that you have a clear understanding of what will go into the financial forecast of your convenience store business plan, let's have a look at the written part of the plan.

The written part of a convenience store business plan

The written part of the business plan is where you will explain what your business does and how it operates, what your target market is, whom you compete against, and what strategy you will put in place to seize the commercial opportunity you've identified.

Having this context is key for the reader to form a view on whether or not they believe that your plan is achievable and the numbers in your forecast realistic.

The written part of a convenience store business plan is composed of 7 main sections:

• The executive summary
• The presentation of the company
• The products and services
• The market analysis
• The strategy
• The operations
• The financial plan

Let's go through the content of each section in more detail!

1. The executive summary

The executive summary, the first section of your convenience store's business plan, serves as an inviting snapshot of your entire plan, leaving readers eager to know more about your business.

To compose an effective executive summary, start with a concise introduction of your business, covering its name, concept, location, history, and unique aspects. Share insights about the services or products you intend to offer and your target customer base.

Subsequently, provide an overview of your convenience store's addressable market, highlighting current trends and potential growth opportunities.

Then, present a summary of critical financial figures, such as projected revenues, profits, and cash flows.

You should then include a summary of your key financial figures such as projected revenues, profits, and cash flows.

Lastly, address any funding needs in the "ask" section of your executive summary.

2. The presentation of the company

In your convenience store business plan, the second section should focus on the structure and ownership, location, and management team of your company.

In the structure and ownership part, you'll provide an overview of the business's legal structure, details about the owners, and their respective investments and ownership shares. This clarity is crucial, especially if you're seeking financing, as it helps the reader understand which legal entity will receive the funds and who controls the business.

Moving on to the location part, you'll offer an overview of the company's premises and their surroundings. Explain why this particular location is of interest, highlighting factors like catchment area, accessibility, and nearby amenities.

When describing the location of your convenience store to a third-party financier, you may want to emphasize the area's high rate of foot traffic. You could also discuss the potential for drawing customers from nearby neighborhoods. Additionally, you may want to highlight any amenities, such as public transport or parking, that may draw more customers to the store. Finally, you might mention any other nearby retailers that may benefit from the increased traffic that your store will bring.

Finally, you should introduce your management team. Describe each member's role, background, and experience.

Don't forget to emphasize any past successes achieved by the management team and how long they've been working together. Demonstrating their track record and teamwork will help potential lenders or investors gain confidence in their leadership and ability to execute the business plan.

3. The products and services section

The products and services section of your business plan should include a detailed description of the offerings that your company provides to its customers. 

For example, your convenience store might offer a variety of snacks, drinks, and other convenience items to its customers, such as chips, candy, pre-packaged sandwiches, energy drinks, cigarettes, and lottery tickets. These items provide customers with quick and easy access to items they need without having to go to a traditional grocery store. Additionally, the convenience store could provide other services such as a car wash, ATM access, or a copy center to help customers get their tasks done quickly and conveniently.

When drafting this section, you should be precise about the categories of products or services you sell, the types of customers you are targeting and how customers can buy them.

4. The market analysis

When you present your market analysis in your convenience store business plan, it's crucial to include detailed information about customers' demographics and segmentation, target market, competition, barriers to entry, and any relevant regulations.

The main objective of this section is to help the reader understand the size and attractiveness of the market while demonstrating your solid understanding of the industry.

Begin with the demographics and segmentation subsection, providing an overview of the addressable market for your convenience store, the key trends in the marketplace, and introducing different customer segments along with their preferences in terms of purchasing habits and budgets.

Next, focus on your target market, zooming in on the specific customer segments your convenience store aims to serve and explaining how your products and services fulfil their distinct needs.

For example, your target market might include busy professionals who need quick and convenient access to food and other essentials. They don't have time to shop at a large grocery store, but they still need to pick up a few items. This segment of customers is likely to appreciate the convenience of a nearby store where they can quickly grab what they need and check out quickly.

Then proceed to the competition subsection, where you introduce your main competitors and highlight what sets you apart from them.

Finally, conclude your market analysis with an overview of the key regulations applicable to your convenience store.

5. The strategy section

When crafting the strategy section of your business plan for your convenience store, it's important to cover several key aspects, including your competitive edge, pricing strategy, sales & marketing plan, milestones, and risks and mitigants.

In the competitive edge subsection, clearly explain what sets your company apart from competitors. This is particularly critical if you're a startup, as you'll be trying to establish your presence in the marketplace among entrenched players.

The pricing strategy subsection should demonstrate how you aim to maintain profitability while offering competitive prices to your customers.

For the sales & marketing plan, outline how you plan to reach and acquire new customers, as well as retain existing ones through loyalty programs or special offers.

In the milestones subsection, detail what your company has achieved thus far and outline your primary objectives for the coming years by including specific dates for expected progress. This ensures everyone involved has clear expectations.

Lastly, in the risks and mitigants subsection, list the main risks that could potentially impact the execution of your plan. Explain the measures you've taken to minimize these risks. This is vital for investors or lenders to feel confident in supporting your venture - try to proactively address any objection they might have.

One of the risks your convenience store may face is theft. There is a possibility that customers may try to steal items from the store, either by taking them out of the store without paying, or by using counterfeit money. Having a security system in place, as well as training staff to be vigilant, may help to mitigate this risk. Another risk your convenience store may face is cyber security breaches. Your store may keep customer data, such as credit card numbers, which could be vulnerable to being accessed or stolen by hackers. Having strong security protocols in place, such as firewalls and encryption, as well as regularly monitoring your system, could help protect your store from this type of risk.

6. The operations section

The operations of your convenience store must be presented in detail in your business plan.

The first thing you should cover in this section is your staffing team, the main roles, and the overall recruitment plan to support the growth expected in your business plan. You should also outline the qualifications and experience necessary to fulfil each role, and how you intend to recruit (using job boards, referrals, or headhunters).

You should then state the operating hours of your convenience store - so that the reader can check the adequacy of your staffing levels - and any plans for varying opening times during peak season. Additionally, the plan should include details on how you will handle customer queries outside of normal operating hours.

The next part of this section should focus on the key assets and IP required to operate your business. If you depend on any licenses or trademarks, physical structures (equipment or property) or lease agreements, these should all go in there.

You could have physical assets such as the building and equipment of the store, as well as intellectual property such as your brand logo, slogans, and any trademarks or patents associated with the store. You might also have a customer loyalty program or an app that could be considered intellectual property.

Finally, you should include a list of suppliers that you plan to work with and a breakdown of their services and main commercial terms (price, payment terms, contract duration, etc.). Investors are always keen to know if there is a particular reason why you have chosen to work with a specific supplier (higher-quality products or past relationships for example).

7. The presentation of the financial plan

The financial plan section is where we will include the financial forecast we talked about earlier in this guide.

Now that you have a clear idea of the content of a convenience store business plan, let's look at some of the tools you can use to create yours.

What tool should I use to write my convenience store's business plan?

In this section, we will be reviewing the two main solutions for creating a convenience store business plan:

• Using specialized online business plan software,
• Outsourcing the plan to the business plan writer.

Using an online business plan software for your convenience store's business plan

Using online business planning software is the most efficient and modern way to write a convenience store business plan.

There are several advantages to using specialized software:

• You can easily create your financial forecast by letting the software take care of the financial calculations for you without errors
• You are guided through the writing process by detailed instructions and examples for each part of the plan
• You can access a library of dozens of complete business plan samples and templates for inspiration
• You get a professional business plan, formatted and ready to be sent to your bank or investors
• You can easily track your actual financial performance against your financial forecast
• You can create scenarios to stress test your forecast's main assumptions
• You can easily update your forecast as time goes by to maintain visibility on future cash flows
• You have a friendly support team on standby to assist you when you are stuck

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Hiring a business plan writer to write your convenience store's business plan

Outsourcing your convenience store business plan to a business plan writer can also be a viable option.

These writers possess valuable experience in crafting business plans and creating accurate financial forecasts. Additionally, enlisting their services can save you precious time, enabling you to concentrate on the day-to-day operations of your business.

It's important to be mindful, though, that hiring business plan writers comes with a cost. You'll be paying not just for their time but also for the software they use, and their profit margin.

Based on experience, a complete business plan usually requires a budget of at least £1.5k ($2.0k) excluding tax, and more if revisions are needed after initial meetings with lenders or investors - changes often arise following these discussions.

When seeking investment, be cautious about spending too much on consulting fees. Investors prefer their funds to contribute directly to business growth. Thus, the amount you spend on business plan writing services and other consulting services should be negligible compared to the amount you raise.

Another aspect to consider is that while you'll receive the output of the business plan, you usually won't own the actual document. It will be saved in the consultant's business plan software, which will make updating the plan challenging without retaining the consultant on a retainer.

Given these factors, it's essential to carefully weigh the pros and cons of outsourcing your convenience store business plan to a business plan writer and decide what best suits your business's unique needs.

Why not create your convenience store's business plan using Word or Excel?

I must advise against using Microsoft Excel and Word (or their Google, Apple, or open-source equivalents) to write your convenience store business plan. Let me explain why.

Firstly, creating an accurate and error-free financial forecast on Excel (or any spreadsheet) is highly technical and requires a strong grasp of accounting principles and financial modelling skills. It is, therefore, unlikely that anyone will fully trust your numbers unless you have both a degree in finance and accounting and significant financial modelling experience, like us at The Business Plan Shop.

Secondly, relying on spreadsheets is inefficient. While it may have been the only option in the past, technology has advanced significantly, and software can now perform these tasks much faster and with greater accuracy. With the rise of AI, software can even help us detect mistakes in forecasts and analyze the numbers for better decision-making.

And with the rise of AI, software is also becoming smarter at helping us detect mistakes in our forecasts and helping us analyse the numbers to make better decisions.

Moreover, software makes it easier to compare actuals versus forecasts and maintain up-to-date forecasts to keep visibility on future cash flows, as we discussed earlier in this guide. This task is cumbersome when using spreadsheets.

Now, let's talk about the written part of your convenience store business plan. While it may be less error-prone, using software can bring tremendous gains in productivity. Word processors, for example, lack instructions and examples for each part of your business plan. They also won't automatically update your numbers when changes occur in your forecast, and they don't handle formatting for you.

Overall, while Word or Excel may seem viable for some entrepreneurs to create a business plan, it's by far becoming an antiquated way of doing things.

• Using business plan software is a modern and cost-effective way of writing and maintaining business plans.
• A business plan is not a one-shot exercise as maintaining it current is the only way to keep visibility on your future cash flows.
• A business plan has 2 main parts: a financial forecast outlining the funding requirements of your convenience store and the expected growth, profits and cash flows for the next 3 to 5 years; and a written part which gives the reader the information needed to decide if they believe the forecast is achievable.

We hope that this in-depth guide met your expectations and that you now have a clear understanding of how to write your convenience store business plan. Do not hesitate to contact our friendly team if you have questions additional questions we haven't addressed here.

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Guillaume has been an entrepreneur for more than a decade and has first-hand experience of starting, running, and growing a successful business.

Prior to being a business owner, Guillaume worked in investment banking and private equity, where he spent most of his time creating complex financial forecasts, writing business plans, and analysing financial statements to make financing and investment decisions.

Guillaume holds a Master's Degree in Finance from ESCP Business School and a Bachelor of Science in Business & Management from Paris Dauphine University.

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Start your journey towards launching a successful convenience store with our comprehensive and easy-to-use template designed for ambitious entrepreneurs. Covering key aspects like market analysis to financial forecasts, our template offers all the necessary elements to craft a well-rounded convenience store business plan. Download it now and embark on your journey to convenience store success!

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Features of the convenience store business plan template.

Our convenience store business plan template includes key features to help you construct a solid business plan:

• Market Analysis : Carry out a comprehensive evaluation of the convenience store market, pinpoint target customer groups, and understand consumer behavior. Our template offers a methodical approach to market analysis tailored to the convenience store sector.
• Business Model: Define your store's unique selling proposition, select appropriate product range, and identify your target market. Our template provides insights and guidance to help you determine the best business model for your convenience store.
• Financial Projections : Project your revenue streams, costs, and profitability using our detailed financial projections section. This allows you to make informed decisions and set achievable financial goals for your convenience store's success.
• Marketing Strategy: Formulate a marketing plan that effectively advertises your store and attracts a loyal customer base. Our template supports you in creating a tactical marketing strategy, including brand positioning, promotional campaigns, and customer engagement activities.

Benefits of Using Our Template

By using our Convenience Store Business Plan Template, you can experience several benefits:

• Time and Effort Saving: Leverage our ready-made template that simplifies the planning process. Focus on fine-tuning your convenience store concept and business tactics rather than building a plan from scratch.
• Clarity and Direction : Our template provides a well-defined path, ensuring you address all essential aspects of your convenience store business plan. Stay on target with your objectives and avoid missing key factors contributing to your store's success.
• Increased Success Potential: A comprehensive and well-organized business plan heightens your chances of success in the competitive convenience store industry. Our template provides you with the required tools to present your convenience store concept professionally and appeal to potential investors or lenders.

Convenience Store Business Plan Frequently Asked Questions

Q: why do i need a convenience store business plan.

A: A convenience store business plan is essential as it helps you study the market, outline your business objectives, and design a strategic approach for industry success. It serves as your guide for decision-making and attracting potential investors or lenders.

Q: What are the critical components of a convenience store business plan?

A: A convenience store business plan should include a market analysis, business model, financial forecasts, marketing strategy, and operations plan. These components enable you to understand your target customers, evaluate profitability, manage your finances, and craft effective strategies for promoting and growing your store.

Q: How can a convenience store business plan assist in securing funding?

A: A detailed convenience store business plan shows potential investors or lenders that you have a deep understanding of the industry, a viable business model, and a plan for profitability. Financial projections are crucial in demonstrating potential return on investment. Presenting your business plan to potential financiers increases your chances of securing the required funding for your store.

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Convenience Store Business Plan Template [Updated 2024]

Convenience Store Business Plan

If you want to start a convenience store or expand your current business, you need a business plan.

The following sample business plan and template gives you the key elements to include in a winning business plan. It can be used to create a convenience store start up business plan or a plan to grow your existing business.

You can download our Business Plan Template (including a full, customizable financial model) to your computer here.

Below are links to each of the key sections of a successful convenience store business plan. Once you create your plan, download it to PDF to show banks and investors.

I. Executive Summary II. Company Overview III. Industry Analysis IV. Customer Analysis V. Competitive Analysis VI. Marketing Plan VII. Operations Plan VIII. Management Team IX. Financial Plan

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Convenience Store Business Plan Home I. Executive Summary II. Company Overview III. Industry Analysis IV. Customer Analysis V. Competitive Analysis VI. Marketing Plan VII. Operations Plan VIII. Management Team IX. Financial Plan

Convenience store business plan template + PDF

This guide introduces a state-of-the-art AI Business Plan Generator template, meticulously designed for entrepreneurs looking to initiate or expand their convenience store operation. It's crucial to highlight that the names and financial projections mentioned in this example are purely illustrative, created to showcase the strategic planning process. These examples are carefully constructed to illustrate how you can tailor your own AI-generated Convenience Store Business Plan to navigate unique obstacles and seize the opportunities within your convenience store endeavor.

For seamless customization, we provide a 'Convenience Store Business Plan PDF' for download. This document is vital for entrepreneurs committed to developing a compelling and effective strategy for launching or growing their convenience store. The 'AI Business Plan Generator' serves as a comprehensive resource, offering profound insights into the convenience store sector. It equips you with the essential tools for efficiently operating and expanding your convenience store business.

How this convenience store business plan sample was created

Create your tailored convenience store business plan effortlessly with our AI Business Plan Generator. Simply click 'Generate your business plan' and follow a series of targeted questions about your convenience store venture. Our advanced AI technology will analyze your inputs to craft a business plan that perfectly matches your convenience store's goals and needs. This streamlined and quick process usually completes in just 5-10 minutes, producing a detailed and well-organized plan. Our platform offers the ability to customize and refine your plan, ensuring it precisely reflects your unique vision for your convenience store. Upon completion, your plan is available for download, providing a clear and concise roadmap for launching and expanding your convenience store. Leverage our AI business plan generator, specially designed for convenience store enterprises, to enhance your strategic planning.

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Executive summary, business description, market research and analysis, swot analysis.

• Organizational Structure and Management Team

Products or Services

Marketing and sales strategy, operations plan, financial projections, risk analysis.

QuickStop Convenience Store, strategically nestled in the heart of Austin, Texas, embodies the simplicity and efficiency of modern convenience retail. Dedicated to providing an extensive range of products and services tailored to the fast-paced lifestyles of its patrons, QuickStop takes pride in its ability to offer quick and convenient solutions with a personalized touch. This Executive Summary encapsulates the essential components of our business plan, delineating the direction and future aspirations of QuickStop.

Our vibrant retail establishment caters to a diverse demographic, including a mix of local residents, commuting professionals, and transient customers seeking expedited purchasing experiences. This blend of consumers is central to our business model, which revolves around a comprehensive product assortment that includes snacks, beverages, tobacco products, lottery tickets, basic groceries, household items, and more. Supplementing our product offerings, QuickStop also provides value-added services such as ATM access, bill payments, mobile phone top-ups, and postage services, emphasizing the multifaceted nature of our operations.

QuickStop thrives amidst formidable competitors in the sector, such as national chains like 7-Eleven and Circle K, along with local entities CityMart Express and Neighborhood Mini Market. While these rivals bring brand recognition and widespread presence, QuickStop's differentiation lies in our commitment to community-centric engagement, premium customer service, and notably, adaptability—keys to winning the hearts and patronage of our customers.

Operating as a Limited Liability Company, QuickStop is steered by a robust management team with extensive industry-specific expertise. Samantha Lee, our General Manager, steers strategic planning with over a decade of experience in the sector. Operations Manager Alex Johnson guarantees efficiency in daily activities, while CFO Maria Gonzalez oversees our financial health. Additionally, Marketing Director David Singh is on the frontline, pioneering growth through innovative campaigns, and HR Manager Emily Wang ensures we have the best talent concentrated on delivering outstanding service.

Our marketing and sales strategy is multifaceted and deeply integrated with community engagement. We leverage social media, loyalty programs, and SEO to drive traffic while maintaining a firm pulse on seasonal trends and local alliances. Flyers and local ad spaces further solidify our footing in the Austin market.

At QuickStop, the operational workflow is fine-tuned to precision, maintaining meticulous quality control and inventory management protocols to ensure excellence at every transaction. Our supplier relationships, particularly with FreshGoods Inc. and SnackHaven Distributors, are strategically crafted to support a responsive and reliable inventory replenishment system.

Financially, QuickStop is positioned for prosperity, with sales forecasted to rise from $500,000 in the first year to $700,000 by year five. With projected net profits increasing from $50,000 to $120,000 over the same period, our robust business model anticipates sustainable growth. The financial projections are rooted in conservative estimations and lay out a roadmap for the financial trajectory of our enterprise.

However, we are cognizant of the challenges that lie ahead. Our risk analysis identifies potential market fluctuations, operational hurdles, and financial unknowns that could inhibit progress. To combat these, we have formulated comprehensive mitigation strategies and contingency plans, ensuring QuickStop remains resilient.

To conclude, QuickStop Convenience Store is positioned as a burgeoning business with a clear vision. Through a combination of strategic managerial oversight, customer-centric operational tactics, and a strong financial foundation, we are ready to carve a niche in the convenience store industry. QuickStop is not just a store but a hub for Austin's community—a testament to our dedication to delivering convenience and quality, day in and day out.

QuickStop Convenience Store is strategically situated in the bustling neighborhood of Austin, Texas, offering local residents and commuters a one-stop shop for their daily essentials. Our enterprise falls under the vibrant convenience store industry—a sector known for providing quick access to a range of everyday items along with additional services to cater to the fast-paced lives of consumers. This sector thrives on strategic locations, extended hours of operation, and a variety of products catering to immediate needs.

The inception of QuickStop Convenience Store was driven by a recognition of the opportunity within the community for timely and efficient access to goods and services that cater to various needs throughout the day. Established in 2018, QuickStop was founded with the purpose of providing residents with a friendly, neighborhood convenience store that not only offers a wide range of products but does so with exceptional customer service that makes every transaction feel personal and valued. Over the years, QuickStop has become a trusted name in the area, exhibiting steady growth and an expanding array of offerings.

Our mission is to be the leading local convenience store that consistently meets the daily needs of our customers with speed, convenience, and friendly service. We aim to offer a diverse range of high-quality products and supplementary services that make life easier and more enjoyable for our customers. We believe that convenience should not come at the cost of experience, which is why we strive to ensure that every customer leaves our store satisfied.

QuickStop Convenience Store operates as a Limited Liability Company (LLC), ensuring a flexible business structure that shields its members from personal liability while allowing for the efficient management and distribution of profits. This legal structure is pivotal as it aligns with our goals of growth and adaptability, providing the protections and framework necessary for long-term sustainability and scalability.

Looking at the long-term potential of QuickStop Convenience Store, we are poised to become a cornerstone establishment in our local area and potentially in neighborhoods beyond. The convenience store industry is exceptionally robust and continues to expand as the modern consumer seeks more accessible and immediate solutions for their purchasing needs. With a focus on expanding product lines, integrating technology for better service provision, and maintaining a connection with the community, QuickStop is situated perfectly to capitalize on existing market trends.

Our long-term objectives include deepening our understanding of customer preferences through engagement and feedback systems. We aim to leverage this information to tailor our inventory and services specifically to the evolving needs of our customer base. In addition, the potential introduction of private label goods and e-commerce components also presents opportunities for growth. Innovation in product offerings and accessibility, such as the adoption of online ordering and delivery services, stands as a promising avenue for QuickStop's expansion and increased market share.

By maintaining vigilance on industry trends and customer demands, QuickStop Convenience Store is committed to proactive growth and continuous improvement in all aspects of our operations. We believe that with our customer-centric approach, adaptive business model, and dedication to a high-quality shopping experience, QuickStop will not only remain relevant but thrive as a leading convenience store in our community and beyond into the future.

The convenience store industry is a major segment of the retail sector characterized by its capability to meet the immediate daily needs of consumers seeking quick, convenient shopping experiences. This industry includes establishments that primarily retail a range of merchandise like snacks, beverages, tobacco, and grocery items without the depth of assortment typically found in supermarkets. The industry is witnessing a rise in demand for healthier snacks, ready-to-eat meals, and specialty beverages. Notably, there is an increasing integration of technology for streamlining in-store operations and enhancing customer experiences through self-checkout systems and digital loyalty programs.

As of recent analysis, the industry holds a significant market size with an annual growth rate averaging approximately 2-3% over the past five years. This growth is being sustained by consumers' growing preference for quick service and the rising trend of small basket shopping. The industry is expected to maintain its growth, propelled by economic stability and the continuous need for convenient shopping options.

The target market for QuickStop Convenience Store encompasses local residents and commuters within the vicinity, ranging in age from 18 to 55 years old, which forms a diverse demographic spectrum including students, professionals, and blue-collar workers. The local consumer base is estimated at around 25,000 individuals with a growth potential pegged to community expansion and urban development plans. These consumers exhibit a need for on-the-go products, with convenience playing a pivotal role in their purchasing habits.

Market demands are primarily driven by the increasing pace of life that leaves less time for traditional shopping experiences. Consumers are leaning heavily towards grab-and-go foods, quality coffee offerings, and accessible essential items for unplanned or last-minute needs. An emerging market trend is a preference for local and artisan products, which suggests consumers are becoming more discerning and value-driven in their quick purchase decisions.

Patterns in the industry underscore the importance of location, store layout, and product mix. Recent trends indicate a significant upswing in the sale of premium snack items and organic products. Moreover, there is a notable shift towards digital and mobile payment methods with increased consumer expectations for payment convenience and transaction speed.

Our direct competitors include high-profile national chains such as 7-Eleven and Circle K, which boast extensive networks and economies of scale, providing them with notable strengths including brand recognition and a broad product range with competitive pricing. Their weaknesses often lie in a perceived lack of personalized service and less focus on local product offerings. Other competitors include smaller local enterprises like CityMart Express and Neighborhood Mini Market, whose strengths are their community-focused positioning and agility. Yet, their weaknesses can be in the form of limited marketing resources and lesser-known brands. Market share among competitors is generally driven by location advantage, product variety, and price competitiveness.

QuickStop Convenience Store must navigate potential barriers upon entry, which include high start-up costs associated with securing prime retail locations and the establishment of a robust supply chain. Additionally, stiff competition from established chains, adherence to regulatory requirements, and the need for effective marketing strategies to compete with well-known brands are hurdles to overcome. Overcoming these barriers requires diligent market analysis, strategic partnerships, astute financial planning, and the development of a strong local brand identity to differentiate ourselves from larger chains while aligning our offerings to the needs and demands of our target market.

Organizational Structure and Management

The organizational structure of QuickStop Convenience Store is designed to ensure both operational efficiency and customer service excellence. The store operates with a clear and functional hierarchy, reflected in an organizational chart which outlines roles from management to frontline employees. At the top of this hierarchy is the General Manager, who oversees all operations and reports to the LLC members. Beneath the General Manager are the Operations Manager, Chief Financial Officer, Marketing Director, and HR Manager. These managers lead their respective departments and are supported by assistant managers, clerks, and staff who handle day-to-day operations.

The management team comprises highly skilled professionals with robust backgrounds in retail and business management. Samantha Lee, serving as the General Manager, holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and brings over ten years of retail management experience. She is responsible for the overall performance of the store, leading strategic planning, and ensuring that business objectives are met. Alex Johnson, the Operations Manager, has a Diploma in Retail Management and seven years of experience in convenience store operations. His responsibilities include overseeing the day-to-day running of the store operations, inventory management, and ensuring that all functions are carried out efficiently.

Maria Gonzalez acts as the Chief Financial Officer, a Certified Public Accountant with five years of experience in financial planning and analysis specifically in the retail sector. She manages QuickStop's finances, including budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting. The Marketing Director, David Singh, with a Master’s in Marketing and eight years of experience, is tasked with handling the store's marketing efforts, branding, and customer outreach to drive sales and build brand loyalty. Emily Wang, the HR Manager with a Bachelor's in Human Resources and a certified PHR, is responsible for human resources management, including recruitment, training, and compliance with labor laws.

Currently, the store is staffed by two full-time managers, eight clerks who work in shifts to provide constant coverage during store hours, and two part-time staff for the weekends and peak times. As the business grows, QuickStop will require additional clerks and possibly another assistant manager to maintain the desired level of customer service and handle increased operational workload.

Human resources policies at QuickStop Convenience Store prioritize fair employment practices, employee development, and a positive work environment. The store follows an equal opportunity employment policy, provides comprehensive training programs, and offers competitive wages and benefits to attract and retain high-quality staff. QuickStop ensures compliance with all employment laws and emphasizes the importance of health and safety in the workplace. Acknowledging the critical role of employees in the store’s success, regular performance reviews and feedback sessions are conducted to foster professional growth and job satisfaction.

The company also engages external advisors and consultants for specialized advisory when needed. A local retail business consultant assists with optimizing store layout and product placement strategies. An accounting firm is retained for annual audits and complex tax matters, and a legal firm advises on compliance, licensing, and corporate governance issues. These relationships guarantee that QuickStop maintains high standards and updated industry practices in all its operations.

In conclusion, QuickStop Convenience Store's organizational structure and management are thoughtfully designed to ensure the business operates efficiently, responds adeptly to market demand, and lays a solid foundation for future growth. With a clear hierarchy, a strong management team, a plan for staffing needs, and systems for human resource management, QuickStop is well-equipped to achieve its strategic goals and serve the community effectively.

QuickStop Convenience Store offers a diverse range of products and services meticulously tailored to meet the basic and instant needs of our customers. Our product portfolio includes an assortment of snacks such as chips, candies, and chocolates, various types of beverages including sodas, juices, and energy drinks, and a selection of alcoholic drinks, where permitted by licensing laws. We stock basic grocery items like bread, milk, and eggs, alongside household necessities such as cleaning supplies, toiletries, and over-the-counter medications. For customers seeking immediate gratification, we provide ready-to-eat foods like hot dogs, sandwiches, and pastries. Additional services include lottery ticket sales, an ATM, bill payment options, mobile phone top-ups, and the availability of postage stamps, all catering to the convenience of our customers.

Our unique selling points center on providing a one-stop-shop experience with quick and seamless transactions. In contrast to larger supermarkets, QuickStop offers a more personal shopping encounter with the convenience of avoiding long lines, making it an ideal spot for quick in-and-out shopping. The competitive advantage lies in our extended hours of operation, catering to early birds and night owls alike when most other retailers are closed.

Currently, QuickStop is in the operational and expansion phase. We plan to continually assess and evolve our product offerings based on consumer trends and feedback, ensuring that we meet and exceed our customers' expectations. Future plans involve the potential introduction of organic and locally-sourced products to meet growing demand for health-oriented and community support-focused offerings. The development of a QuickStop branded line of products is also being considered to enhance customer loyalty and promote a unique store identity.

In terms of intellectual property, QuickStop utilizes trade dress protection for the distinctive design and appearance of our store interiors. Additionally, should we embark on creating our own branded products, we will pursue the necessary trademark registrations to protect our brand and proprietary items securely.

Our production process for proprietary ready-to-eat foods involves strict adherence to health and safety regulations, with all food items prepared fresh daily using quality ingredients. The process is designed for efficiency, ensuring that customers always have access to freshly made snacks and meals. Non-food items arrive pre-packaged from our variety of suppliers and are stocked promptly on our shelves for immediate sale.

Supplier relationships are a critical component of QuickStop’s operational model. We partner with a blend of local producers and national distributors to ensure a steady supply of inventory. FreshGoods Inc. is our primary supplier for perishable grocery items due to their commitment to freshness and prompt delivery services. SnackHaven Distributors is our key partner for snack products, offering a wide range and competitive wholesale pricing. We also work closely with several local bakeries and food producers to source our ready-to-eat items, ensuring that we support local businesses while providing our customers with the highest quality foods.

Overall, QuickStop Convenience Store’s current product and service offerings are aligned with market needs, with plans in place to expand and innovate as customer preferences evolve. Our relationship with suppliers ensures a consistent supply of high-quality products, and our store remains dedicated to maintaining the exceptional service that our customers have come to expect. The pursuit of distinctive products and the development of a proprietary line will further establish QuickStop as a leader in the convenience store sector.

QuickStop Convenience Store's marketing and sales strategies are devised to attract and retain a loyal customer base while maximizing revenues and market share within the Austin neighborhood and its surrounding areas. Our approach is multifaceted, encompassing targeted advertising, strategic sales initiatives, competitive pricing, and excellent customer service.

Our marketing strategy utilizes a combination of traditional and digital media to reach a broad spectrum of customers. We leverage the power of social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram to create targeted campaigns that resonate with our demographic. Local search engine optimization (SEO) is crucial in ensuring that QuickStop appears prominently in search results when potential customers are looking for convenience store options nearby. Our presence on Google Maps and other navigational apps is optimized for maximum visibility, facilitating ease of access for mobile users on the go.

To amplify brand awareness, local community events sponsorship and participation are part of our outreach efforts. This not only enhances our reputation as a community-oriented business but also allows us to network directly with potential customers in less formal settings. In-store marketing employs clear signage for promotions and utilizes point-of-sale displays to encourage impulse buys. Seasonal promotions and discounts create buzz and increase foot traffic during peak shopping seasons.

Our sales strategy focuses on providing a seamless, quick transaction experience. This is supported by a well-trained sales team knowledgeable about the product range and able to rapidly assist customers in finding items, providing product information, and answering queries. Employees are trained to upsell when opportunity arises, such as suggesting complementary products. We also conduct periodic sales training to ensure our team is adept at handling various customer scenarios and up-to-date with new promotions.

The pricing strategy at QuickStop Convenience Store entails maintaining competitive pricing while offering exceptional value. We conduct regular competitive analyses to ensure our prices are in line with market expectations without compromising profitability. Promotional pricing and bundle deals are employed to increase sales volume, particularly for high-margin items or overstocked products.

Distribution channels include in-store purchasing as the primary channel, but we are exploring the introduction of an online ordering system with local delivery options, aligning with the trend towards e-commerce. This augmentation of our distribution strategy would appeal to tech-savvy customers and those with mobility constraints.

Promotion and advertising efforts are carefully planned throughout the year. We allocate budget for social media advertising, distribute flyers in local high traffic areas, and place ads in community publications. Strategic in-store promotional campaigns, such as "deal of the day" or "happy hour discounts," incentivize repeat visits. Moreover, we plan to introduce a loyalty program that rewards frequent customers with discounts and exclusive offers, encouraging regular patronage.

Customer service is paramount at QuickStop, and our policies reflect a commitment to exceed customer expectations. Staff are empowered to address and resolve customer complaints promptly and efficiently. We also implement a satisfaction guarantee on our house-prepared food items to ensure customers feel confident in their purchases. Feedback is actively solicited through in-store and online channels, demonstrating our dedication to listening to and acting upon the input of our clientele.

In sum, QuickStop Convenience Store’s comprehensive marketing and sales strategy, encompassing targeted advertising, competitive pricing, expanded distribution, robust promotions, and uncompromising customer service, is designed to foster growth by attracting new customers, retaining existing ones, and ensuring all receive the convenient and pleasant shopping experience they value.

The Operations Plan of QuickStop Convenience Store outlines the essential processes and systems in place that allow us to provide consistent, high-quality service and products to our customers. Our operational workflow is designed for efficiency, ensuring that daily business activities from opening to closing are executed effectively to meet customer demand.

Daily operations commence before sunrise with our opening team preparing the store for the day. This includes stocking shelves, ensuring cleanliness throughout the store, and preparing fresh food items for our ready-to-eat section. Throughout the day, clerks engage in customer service, manage checkouts, restock items as necessary, and maintain the overall appearance and safety of the store. Our closing team conducts end-of-day cleaning, accounts for inventory, and prepares the store for the following day.

The service delivery process is expedited by clearly defined roles and responsibilities. For food items, we follow a standard process that includes the selection of quality ingredients, adherence to food safety standards during preparation, packaging, and compliance with expiration management. Non-food items are received from suppliers, logged into our inventory system, and promptly placed on the shelves or designated storage areas.

Quality control measures are vital to our operation. We have established protocols to regularly inspect the quality of products received and monitor the freshness of items on the shelves. Food preparation areas are subject to daily sanitation audits, and employees must complete regular food handling and safety training. Customer feedback is also an essential part of our quality control as it provides firsthand insight into their experience and the quality they perceive.

Inventory management is streamlined through the use of an automated tracking system. This system enables us to monitor sales patterns and stock levels effectively, ensuring optimal inventory turnover and minimizing waste. Automatic reordering thresholds are set for high turnover items, and a bi-weekly review of inventory is conducted to adjust ordering according to demand fluctuations and seasonal variations.

Regarding supply chain management, QuickStop maintains strong relationships with a mix of local and national suppliers to ensure a continuous supply of products. We have negotiated terms that allow for flexible ordering, taking into consideration the lead times and delivery schedules to prevent stockouts. Our approach includes regular evaluations of supplier performance, ensuring that they meet our standards for timely delivery and product quality.

QuickStop’s facilities maintain a layout designed for convenience and speed of service, with a flow that naturally guides customers through the store. The equipment needs are continuously assessed, ensuring that all machinery, such as cash registers, refrigeration units, and food preparation equipment, are functioning efficiently. The store is equipped with surveillance systems for security purposes and positioned to provide coverage across the store, both indoors and outdoors. The facility also features storage areas strategically located to maintain organization and accessibility for employees restocking inventory.

Our operation plan exists as a living document, hyper-aware of the changing needs of the business and our customers. As QuickStop Convenience Store grows, we are prepared to upscale our operations, incorporate technology such as self-checkout machines, and refine our processes to ensure that we not only meet but exceed market demands and customer expectations. The agility and dedication embedded in our operations plan underscore our commitment to offering outstanding convenience, service, and product availability.

The Financial Projections section of QuickStop Convenience Store's business plan illustrates our expectation of financial performance over the next three to five years, outlining a detailed forecast that includes sales, profit and loss, cash flow, balance sheet, and a breakeven analysis. These projections are based on historical data, current market dynamics, competitive landscape, and projected growth of the convenience store industry.

Sales Forecast:

Over the next five years, we anticipate consistent growth in sales driven by the introduction of new product lines, the implementation of marketing strategies, and expanding customer base. Our sales forecast is as follows:

- Year 1: $500,000 - Year 2: $550,000 - Year 3: $600,000 - Year 4: $650,000 - Year 5: $700,000

This growth trajectory takes into account the increasing average transaction size and the expected rise in foot traffic due to local population growth and enhanced store visibility.

Profit and Loss Projection:

Our projected profit and loss accounts for direct costs of goods sold, operating expenses such as wages, utilities, insurance, marketing, and administrative expenses. Net profit is expected to improve as sales increase and optimized operational efficiencies take effect:

- Year 1: Net Profit of $50,000 - Year 2: Net Profit of $65,000 - Year 3: Net Profit of $80,000 - Year 4: Net Profit of $100,000 - Year 5: Net Profit of $120,000

The profit margin is anticipated to grow gradually as brand recognition strengthens and customer loyalty increases.

Cash Flow Projection:

Our cash flow projections indicate that the store will maintain adequate liquidity to sustain operations and fund growth initiatives. Initial capital investments and a business line of credit serve as buffers for managing inventory and covering any unforeseen costs. Positive net cash flows are projected by the first year end:

- Year 1: Net Cash Flow of $20,000 - Year 2: Net Cash Flow of $30,000 - Year 3: Net Cash Flow of $50,000 - Year 4: Net Cash Flow of $70,000 - Year 5: Net Cash Flow of $90,000

Balance Sheet Projection:

Assets are expected to grow along with the business, including increases in inventory and potential capital investments into store fixtures and technology. Liabilities, largely comprising accounts payable and the line of credit, will be managed prudently to maintain a healthy debt-to-equity ratio.

Break-even Analysis:

The breakeven point, where total revenue equals total expenses, is projected to occur within the first year of operation. We anticipate annual fixed costs to be approximately $450,000, with a forecasted average margin of about 30%. This margin will result in a breakeven sales level of around $480,000, which we expect to exceed within the first year, confirming the viability of QuickStop Convenience Store.

Financial Assumptions and Considerations:

The financial projections are based on several assumptions:

- A steady inflation rate not exceeding 2.5% per annum. - Consistent consumer spending within the convenience store sector. - No significant economic downturn affecting local consumer spending habits. - An increase in sales following the introduction of loyalty programs and marketing efforts.

Considerations also include potential market disruptions and competitive actions which may necessitate adjustments to our pricing or product offerings. Investment in marketing and store enhancements may increase expenses in the short term but are expected to generate long-term gains. Additionally, we will allocate funds to reserve for unforeseen events to ensure financial stability.

Together, these financial projections and underlying assumptions are employed to manage expectations, steer strategic decisions, and secure the financial health and growth prospects of QuickStop Convenience Store.

The success of QuickStop Convenience Store is contingent upon effective identification and management of potential risks that could impact our operations. Our risk analysis considers various uncertainties across market, operational, and financial domains, and outlines prudent measures to mitigate these risks and contingency plans to address potential adverse scenarios.

Identification of Potential Risks:

Market Risks:

- Economic Downturns: A decline in the economy can reduce consumer spending and affect sales volume. - Competition: New entrants or more aggressive strategies from existing competitors could erode our market share. - Technological Disruption: A failure to keep pace with retail technology could lead to a competitive disadvantage. - Changes in Consumer Preferences: An inability to adapt to changing tastes and preferences can result in lost sales.

Operational Risks:

- Supply Chain Disruptions: Unforeseen events such as natural disasters or global pandemics could interrupt our supply chain. - Employee Turnover: High levels of staff turnover can lead to increased costs and a decline in service quality. - Equipment Failure: Malfunctions or breakdowns can disrupt store operations. - Security Breaches: Theft, shoplifting, and cyberattacks pose risks to assets and information.

Financial Risks:

- Cash Flow Shortages: Insufficient liquidity could hamper the business’s ability to meet its obligations. - Cost Overruns: Unexpected increases in operational costs could affect profitability. - Interest Rate Fluctuations: Changes in interest rates could increase the cost of borrowing.

Risk Mitigation Strategies:

To mitigate market risks, we implement thorough market research to stay ahead of trends. We conduct regular competitive analysis to adjust our strategies promptly. Aggressive marketing and loyalty programs are used to retain existing customers and attract new ones.

Operational risks are circumvented through a robust supply chain featuring multiple suppliers to prevent bottlenecks, fostering a positive workplace to retain employees, maintaining equipment regularly, and employing stringent security measures, including surveillance systems and employee training on loss prevention.

Financial risks are mitigated by maintaining a strict budget, monitoring cash flow projections closely, and managing a cash reserve for emergencies. To buffer against interest rate changes, we seek to lock in favorable rates for any required loans.

Contingency Plans:

Our contingency plans are designed to ensure business continuity under various adverse scenarios:

- Economic Downturns: We plan to increase promotions and introduce budget-friendly product lines to maintain sales volume. - Competition: Continual service and product enhancements and diversification to stay competitive. - Supply Chain Disruptions: Alternative local suppliers and stockpiling of non-perishable high-turnover items will be used to manage supply risks. - Employee Turnover: Cross-training employees and maintaining an active pool of qualified candidates to fill vacancies rapidly.

Insurance and Legal Considerations:

Insurance protection forms a critical part of risk management. QuickStop Convenience Store maintains comprehensive insurance coverage, including general liability, property insurance, workers' compensation, business interruption insurance, and cyber liability insurance to protect against a range of potential threats. Additionally, we ensure all business activities comply with federal, state, and local laws—particularly those concerning licensing for food and alcohol sales, employment practices, and health and safety regulations.

In summary, by identifying risks across various spectrums and setting mitigation and contingency measures, QuickStop Convenience Store not only prepares to handle challenges but also positions itself to adapt and thrive even under difficult circumstances. Legal compliance and appropriate insurance safeguards further shield the business from unforeseen liabilities, fortifying its resilience in the face of risks.

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Executive summary executive summary is a brief introduction to your business plan. it describes your business, the problem that it solves, your target market, and financial highlights.">.

Allensburg is a small town with a population 3,400. Located on rural Highway 310, the town is 30 miles south of the city of Kent and 34 miles north of the city of Willard. Highway 310 connects Kent and Willard that both have universities and a cumulative population of 200,000 residents. The highway is the main road through town and is used daily by thousands of commuters between the two cities. These commuters sustain a number of road side businesses on Highway 310 that sell flowers, produce and bakery products.

In order to get gas in the Allensburg area, commuters currently have to leave the highway and drive three miles into the edge of town. Robert Cole, the owner of Allensburg’s Food and Gas has the opportunity to rent a plot of land just off the Allensburg exit of Highway 310.

Allensburg’s Food and Gas will offer these commuters gas, organic produce, and a deli. On the way to work, a commuter could stop for gas and pick up a sandwich. On the way home, the same commuter could stop again to pick up something for dinner.

The aim of this plan is to be a guide for this start-up business. Researching and defining our markets, strategies, mission and financials will provide insight and prepare the owner to successfully run Allensburg’s Food and Gas.

1.1 Objectives

• To capture an increasing share of the commuter traffic passing through Allensburg.
• To offer our customers superior products, at an affordable price.
• To provide customer service that is second to none.

1.2 Mission

The mission of Allensburg’s Food and Gas is to offer commuters on Highway 310 competitive gas prices and great food. The company will make a healthy profit for its owners and provide a rewarding work environment for its employees.

1.3 Keys to Success

• Good quality products at competitive prices.
• Excellent customer service that will promote customer loyalty.
• A location that will assure that commuters will stop.

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Allensburg’s Food and Gas is a new convenience store and gas station in Allensburg. Robert Cole, owner of Allensburg’s Food and Gas, has seven years of experience in managing gas stations. Robert will focus on the commuters that pass through the town daily. Allensburg’s Food and Gas will offer its customers the best gas prices and quality food products.

2.1 Company Ownership

Allensburg’s Food and Gas is wholly owned by Robert Cole.

2.2 Start-up Summary

Robert Cole will invest $60,000 in Allensburg’s Food and Gas. Robert aims to secure an SBA of $150,000 to finance the remainder of the start up costs.

The following chart and table show projected initial start-up costs for Allensburg’s Food and Gas.

Allensburg’s Food and Gas sells the following products:

• Gasoline and diesel fuel;
• Oil, de-icer, car accessories, etc.;
• Deli items;
• Bakery goods;
• Organic produce.

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Located on rural Highway 310, Allensburg is 30 miles south of the city of Kent and 34 miles north of the city of Willard. Highway 310 connects Kent and Willard that both have universities and a cumulative population of 200,000 residents. The highway is the main road through town and is used daily by thousands of commuters between the two cities. The closest gas station in either direction is over 20 miles away.

These commuters currently have no convenient shop in which to buy food to or from work once they are on Highway 310; more importantly, eighty percent of Highway 310 commuters fits the demographic profile of customers of upscale organic/natural food stores:

• Age: 25 – 45 years of age;
• Gender: 60% women;
• Average income: $40,000+;
• Education: college graduate;
• Employment: professionals in business and education.

4.1 Market Segmentation

The target customers of Allensburg’s Food and Gas are the commuters that use Highway 310.

Strategy and Implementation Summary

Allensburg’s Food and Gas will focus on becoming a routine stop for the commuter traffic on Highway 310, not just for those people who need gas, but for those who are looking for a healthy, tasty snack on their drive, or need to pick up some small grocery item on their way home. Allensburg’s Food and Gas will aim to be more than a gas station to its customers, it will be a friendly place to stop for tired commuters.

5.1 Competitive Edge

The competitive edge for Allensburg’s Food and Gas is the following:

• Location: Allensburg’s Food and Gas is located on Highway 310. The closest competitor is three miles into the town of Allensburg.
• Quality Deli and Organic Produce : While buying gas, commuters will now be able to pick up lunch, or buy something to take home. The commuter will soon regard Allensburg’s Food and Gas as an invaluable time saver in their day.

5.2 Sales Strategy

Allensburg’s Food and Gas will keep its gas prices competitive with other stations in a fifty mile radius of the station in order to attract commuters. Customers that purchase more than $10 worth of gas will be given 15% coupon on purchases in the store during the first month of operation, to encourage purchases and to introduce them to the concept of buying quality organic foods at the gas station.

5.2.1 Sales Forecast

In order to maintain competitive gas prices, the cost of gas to the consumer will never exceed 15% of wholesale cost. Allensburg’s Food and Gas will focus on increasing food sales in order to meet total sales forecast goals.

The following is the sales forecast for three years.

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Robert Cole, owner of Allensburg’s Food and Gas, has seven years of experience in managing gas stations/convenience stores. Robert has a reputation as an excellent staff supervisor. From 1993 to 1996, Robert was the manager of Higgins Texaco, one of the largest gas station/convenience stores in Willard. At Higgins, Robert supervised a staff of seven. In 1997, Robert became manager of the Barger Chevron, located at the southern tip of Kent, near Highway 310.

6.1 Personnel Plan

The Allensburg Food and Gas will have a staff of five:

• Store/deli staff (2)
• Gas attendants (2)

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Convenience Store Business Plan

Planning to start your own convenience store business? You need a business plan first. Gone are the days when you can just start a business at any time you want as long as you have cash. The market has become too saturated that businesses come and go at a very fast rate. Investors are now very reluctant to pour their hard-earned investments in short-term deals as they are fearful they might not get enough earnings.

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That is the reason why business plans are important when you start a business. It provides investors as well as other stakeholders necessary information about the company and its numerous activities. To help you create your own convenience store business plan, here are some examples (in PDF) you can use as reference. They are easy to download and they are all free as well.

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How to Create a Business Plan

Listed below are some tips in creating a business plan. Take note that the tips provided below are not meant for a convenience store business plan only but for other types of business plan as well.

Even if you plan on starting a single proprietorship, you still need a couple of hands to help you out in establishing your business. That is why getting a team is important so that they don’t only help you create a business plan but also assist you in handling daily business operations.

You may or may not consider them as future business partners, so you need to clarify with them specific roles they will be handling. But if you already have a team in place, then there should be little to no problems in creating the business plan. Your team can either be composed of a combination of friends, relatives, business colleagues, or even individuals of whom you don’t have any previous relationships with but want to start a business with you.

Do research

Research has shown that the main reason why businesses fail is due to the lack of research. Take note that research is not only conducted at the beginning but a continuous process for the business to achieve long-term sustainability. Nevertheless, research is still important when the business is still being established, specifically in the creation of a business plan.

There are numerous research methods you can use especially when you will be using respondents as the main data for your business plan. Interviews (phone, email, personal), questionnaires, observations, and focus groups are among the data gathering methods you can use to gather data from respondents.

But if your research does not need respondents and is strictly focused on theories, then all you basically need are research materials. Research materials pertain to books, journals, publications, and online sources. Never assume anything in your business plan, as every information you provide should be backed up by facts and established data. Creating assumptions will only cause negative results for your eventual business and you will greatly suffer from heavy financial losses.

Focus on marketing and finance

A business plan has two main sections: marketing and finance. Marketing focuses on the creation of the product and how the product will be sold in the market while finance focuses on the earning capabilities of the business. That is the reason why marketing and finance have their own separate sections in the business plan.

Marketing is probably the most important aspect of any business as it involves the creation and distribution of the product. Marketing does not only involve advertising and promotion, but the latter is still important in making sure people are aware of that kind of product or service being sold in the market. Marketing is also involved with the creation of the product, not starting with the raw materials that are needed to be purchased, but starting with a plan on how that specific product will benefit a certain market segment.

In terms of finance, this relates to how the product can result to revenues and profits. There are numerous financial analysis methods that companies use to create revenue and profit forecasts. Using these methods may not be 100% accurate, but they provide a necessary blueprint for all forms of financial data the company will eventually be undergoing.

Most companies create a five-year financial analysis which covers all the costs the company will be incurring as well as the revenue and profit streams. The reason for this is to mainly provide data for investors as their decision to invest or not will depend on the stated financial analysis. Of course, they don’t only want to retrieve the initial amount they invested but also the interest that comes with it.

Consult with industry experts

Research is not the only method in creating an effective business plan. Consulting with industry experts is another way to make sure you incorporate the right data and information in the business plan. Industry experts are individuals who have achieved success in their respective industry or fields (i.e., entrepreneurship, technology, sales and marketing, finance, etc.).

Take note that industry experts may or may not provide you with confidential information, as they may be using the said information for their own purposes. But whatever information they provide, it will be highly useful when you will be establishing your own business.

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What Products to Sell in a Convenience Store

A convenience store is basically a mini-supermarket. But you can’t pick up each and every item and sell them in your convenience store, in this case you might as well open your own supermarket. To help you narrow down the items you can sell in the convenience store, here are some products you should definitely sell.

Soft drinks, fruit juices, water

The liquids are grouped together by soft drinks, fruit juices, and water. These are the most important items to sell in a convenience store and this should be on the top of your priority list when buying supplies (although you may want to stock up more on water compared to soft drinks and fruit juices).

According to research, water and soft drinks are the most profitable items in a convenience store. These items can easily rake in large profits for your business, so make sure to get a deal with wholesalers so that you can get at least a week worth of supplies.

Healthy snacks

Convenience stores are not known to sell healthy snacks, but major convenience store chains such as 7-Eleven, Lawson, and Mini Stop started to change that trend. They have incorporated sandwiches and low-calorie meals and have proven to be a big hit among customers. You should implement this in your own convenience store as well.

The only problem when it comes to selling healthy snacks is the storage. These kinds of food are usually perishable, so you need a proper storage system so that these foods will still be editable even if it’s stored for more than a few hours. You can make your own snacks or find individual sellers and arrange a deal so that you can sell their food for a higher price. Take note when you will be making and selling your own snacks, you have to take account of the overhead costs when making these food items.

A convenience store is never complete without junk foods. Even if healthy foods are being sold, people will still go for the ever so popular chips, chocolates, and other processed food. You can also consider soft drinks as junk food.

Similar to soft drinks and water, junk foods are one of the most salable items in a convenience store. They are sold by the hundreds every day and people just keep on buying them. You can go for local junk foods or purchase imported ones. 

Bath essentials

Convenience stores do not only center around food and drinks. Most convenience stores also sell bath (and laundry essentials). These products include soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, feminine wash, and laundry detergent, to name a few.

Bath essentials have also been a staple in convenience stores because they provide convenience to customers who are looking at other alternatives aside from the supermarket. Additionally, individuals most likely forgot to purchase these items at the supermarket so they turn to convenience stores instead. So, it is the responsibility of the convenience store to provide these items to customers.

School supplies

Aside from bath essentials, school supplies are also the non-food products that are sold in a convenience store. School supplies are targeted mostly at students and individuals who are working for an academic institution. Similar to bath essentials, school supplies are sold to individuals who are looking at another venue to purchase these items. The reasons might involve the person forgetting to purchase the product in a store or the person just wanting to purchase the product in a location that is more convenient to him or her.

Until only recently, convenience stores have also started selling medicine (prescription and non-prescription). Business owners have created an idea to merge a pharmacy and a convenience store into one business. And the result is a pharmacy-convenience store industry which has promisingly become very profitable.

Setting up a pharmacy together with a convenience store is much more difficult since there are numerous licenses and requirements that need to be accomplished first before the business can open. Additionally, employees also need to be registered pharmacists as this is a requirement by most countries in regards to people working in a pharmacy.

Medicines are not a requirement to be sold in a convenience store. Even non-prescription medicines are still very salable and they are not as expensive as the prescription ones.

Most Popular Convenience Stores Around the World

US-based 7-Eleven is the largest convenience store in the world. The store currently has over 8,600 stores in North America and around 43,500 stores throughout Latin America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

FamilyMart is one of the most popular convenience stores in Asia. It was founded in Japan and operations quickly expanded to China, Taiwan, Vietnam, the Philippines, and recently in the US.

This Indonesia-based convenience store has over 3,000 stores across Jakarta, Bali, Sumatra, and Sulawesi.

Tesco Express

Tesco Express is the biggest convenience store in the United Kingdom. Tesco currently operates 6,500 stores around the world.

Ministop is another Japan-based convenience store which has proven to be very successful outside its home soil. It currently has stores in the Philippines, Korea, Vietnam, and Indonesia.

CBA is the Eastern Europe equivalent of 7-Eleven. Founded 1992 in Hungary, CBA currently boasts 5,000 stores across Romania, Serbia, Bulgaria, Slovakia, Croatia, and Poland.

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As those who travel to Moscow will see, just because Moscow is a city of record-breaking, glitzy high-rises doesn’t mean that there is no history. On the famous Arbat street, time-worn, wooden storehouses and century-old churches are squashed up against grey, soviet blocks which are then towered over by 21st century office-blocks. Unlike its much younger sibling, St Petersburg, Moscow’s roots stretch way back to the 12th century. Within the walls of the Kremlin, the city’s oldest building the Cathedral of Assumption can be admired in all its 500+ years of age.

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For a foreigner who has never visited Russia, Moscow is the perfect stepping stone into this great land of mystery. From the country’s best classical ballet troupes to snow-white troikas trotting through the parks, all the highlights of Russian culture can be had in Moscow without any of the complications that would be expected in other, less developed regions of Russia.

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In Moscow, everything is bargain when with the current foreign exchange rates being what they are. Even caviar doesn’t seem so dear when the exchange rate is at 60rub to the dollar, so go on indulge yourself! Take your 2022 vacation in Moscow and have the best of both worlds, with European luxury at very affordable prices.

Lena, our guide in Moscow was excellent. She was very knowledgable and could answer any question we had for her. We liked that she could pick up on our interests and take us places we might not have thought of to go. When we realized that one of the places we had chosen to see would probably not be that interesting to us, she was able to arrange entry to the Diamond Fund and the Armoury for us. Riding the Metro with Lena was a real adventure and a lot of fun. In Saint Petersburg we found Anna well versed in the history of the Tsars and in the Hermitage collection. Arkady in Veliky Novgorod was a very good guide and answered all of our questions with ease. Novgorod was perhaps a long way to go for a day trip, but we did enjoy it. Vasily was a great driver to have and kept us safe with good humour and skill. We enjoyed ourselves so much, my daughter says she is already planning to return. We would both have no hesistation to recommend ExpresstoRussia to anyone we know.

Just wanted to let you know that My grandson Bruno and I couldn´t have been more pleased with our week in Moscow (6/15 - 6/21). We were absolutely enchanted with the whole experience, including getting lost a couple of times in the Metro during our free time. Although both our guides (both Eleanas) were excellent, I would particularly commend the first one (she took us to the Tatiakov, the KGB tour, and to that beautiful cemetery where so many great Russian artists, authors, composers, musicians, militarists, and politicians are buried). Her knowledge is encyclopedic; and her understanding of today´s Russia as a product of its past was, for us, truly enlightening. I will be taking another tour in Russia, with my wife, within the next two or three years. I will be in touch with you when the time comes. Meanwhile, I will refer you to other potential visitors to Russia as I meet them.

We had a great time both in Moscow and St Petersburg. Your travel agency was excellent in coordinating the whole trip. Everything worked like clockwork. The guides assigned to us were very nice and friendly. They had a great knowledge of their subjects. The cars and the drivers were great. The hotels were good and the itinerary was good. All in all, it was a wonderful experience. It was nice dealing with you and your company. Thank you very much for a great Russian experience. Have a great future ahead

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Moscow-City – The Moscow International Business Center

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Moscow-City is an iconic location for life and work in Russia’s capital. Enormous skyscrapers, business centers, the best restaurants and retail spaces – all this is concentrated in one place. The ultramodern Moscow-City towers are truly striking in their outward appearance, and the layout of the apartments inside and the fantastic views that can be seen from the higher floors are nothing short of impressive.

This skyscraper compound, often referred to as Moskva-City, is the Russian take on Manhattan, where businessmen strike multi-million dollar deals daily while ordinary life goes on next door. Its state of the art spaces offer the ultimate convenience. The infrastructure of this business district is so well-developed that anyone can find something interesting for themselves here: from residential apartments to boutiques, clubs, exhibitions and more.

When the foundations for the Moscow-City skyscrapers were laid, a special kind of concrete was used, the properties of which are amplified by many times compared to standard concrete. Even in the event of a plane crashing into one of the buildings, the structural integrity of the towers will be preserved.

The architects of the Moscow-City Business Center have created a unique locality that has integrated into itself the hub of the capital’s business life and a whole ensemble of historical monuments. Anyone can admire the beauty of these skyscrapers from within or without the compound. There are also a number of apartments for sale or rent available in the MIBC itself. But first, let’s have a look at some more interesting facts about the financial core of Russia’s capital.

How It All Began

The history of Moscow-City goes all the way back to 1992. The government of Moscow at the time wanted to bring into existence its own skyscrapers like the ones in London or New York. And the idea caught on. In 1992 the project for the construction of the huge “Moscow-City” MIBC compound was enthusiastically approved, kick-starting the painstaking preparatory works. The original intention was that the skyscrapers would only house office space. However, as time went on, the towers began to welcome in ordinary residents who wanted to live on the territory of this business and finance hub.

Moscow-City is undoubtedly a city within a city. Its grandeur is mind-boggling. It is perfect in every way: from location to infrastructure. And today, anyone can get a feel of the atmosphere of the “capital city” of Russia’s business world – many of the apartments in Moscow-City are available for rent. Any citizen of Russia and even nationals of other countries can make use of these offers.

What It’s Like in 2021

Today Moscow-City is not just a magnificent and fascinating sight, but also a real hub for the work, life and leisure of thousands. Its infrastructure is organized in such a way that there is no need to leave the territory of the “city within a city” at all. This business district contains everything one may need for work and recreation. And if one does decide to venture out into the larger metropolis, the MIBC’s three subway stations make this remarkably simple to do.

Moscow-City stands on the Presnenskaya Embankment . Each of the buildings in the district has a name, which simplifies its identification. Some of the buildings form complexes that are united under one name, such as the Neva Towers and the Naberezhnaya Tower complex of two skyscrapers and one high rise. There are a total of 16 towers in the MIBC, of which the most popular are:

• Moscow-City Central Core;
• Tower 2000;
• Evolution Tower;
• Imperia Tower;
• City of Capitals (Moscow Tower and St. Petersburg Tower);
• Steel Peak Tower;
• Federation Tower;
• Mercury City Tower;
• OKO Tower Complex.
• 1 Moscow-City Central Core
• 2 Tower 2000
• 3 Evolution Tower
• 4 Imperia Tower
• 5 Moscow Tower and St. Petersburg Tower
• 6 Steel Peak Tower
• 7 Federation Tower
• 8 Mercury City Tower
• 9 OKO Tower Complex
• 10 Afimall City Shopping Center
• 11 Bagration Bridge
• 12 Expocentre Fairgrounds

Moscow-City Central Core

This is the most complex building within the MIBC compound. Its total floor area is a whopping 1 476 378 sqft (450 000 m²). It consists of two massive parts, each of which boasts a truly impressive infrastructure. The underground part includes 3 Moscow Metro stations, a parking lot for automobiles and a shopping mall. The aboveground part houses a concert hall and a hotel.

Tower 2000 is a skyscraper having 34 stories. Its total floor area is 200 318 sqft (61 057 m²), most of which is office space. The key feature of this skyscraper is its direct connection to the Bagration Bridge, which has its own shopping arcade. The tower has everything one may need while working here, including a large parking lot and several restaurants.

Evolution Tower

This elegant structure is 836 feet (255 m) high – that’s a whole 54 stories! The total floor area here is 554 462 sqft (169 000 m²). The Evolution Tower’s key feature is that it has its own Wedding Hall. This skyscraper houses large office spaces, a parking lot and several restaurants.

Imperia Tower

MIBC’s Imperia Tower is the undeniable focal point of the MIBC’s business life. Its height is 784 feet (239 m), which means one can hold conferences and resolve key business matters on the 59 th floor! And that really is amazing! The tower has everything: offices, hotels, restaurants and parking lots. But if you want a truly unforgettable experience, visit the viewing platform! It is situated on the 58 th floor and a simply astounding view of Moscow can be seen from it.

Moscow Tower and St. Petersburg Tower

The Moscow and St. Petersburg Towers are the chief representatives of the MIBC. The Moscow Tower has 76 stories and is 990 feet (302 m) high, while the St. Petersburg Tower has 65 stories and stands 843 feet (257 m) tall. Both towers offer fantastic views of the capital city.

Most of the floors of these two skyscrapers are taken up by luxurious sky apartments. There are also several recreational and entertainment centers, office spaces, restaurants, etc.

Steel Peak Tower

Also known as the Eurasia Tower of Moscow-City, this supertall skyscraper has a total of 680 912 sqft (207 542 m²) of floor space. Most of this is taken up by offices, and the rest – by residential quarters (around 65 616 sqft or 20 000 m²). The tower also houses a number of the greatest restaurants, studios and shopping centers.

Federation Tower

The Federation Tower is a complex of two skyscrapers, known as Tower East and Tower West. Tower East is the second highest building in Europe (the first is a skyscraper recently erected in the city of St. Petersburg). Its height is a colossal 1 223 feet (373 m) and that makes 95 stories! Tower West, on the other hand, is noticeably shorter at 794 feet (242 m).

The Federation Tower is a multifunctional complex.

Mercury City Tower

The Mercury City Tower skyscraper is widely known as one of the tallest buildings in Europe. Its height is 1 112 feet (339 m) and it has 75 stories. It is multifunctional by concept, holding within its walls shopping centers, offices and all kinds of other spaces. It is also possible to rent apartments here.

OKO Tower Complex

The OKO Tower Complex consists of two towers – the North Tower (49 stories and 803 ft or 245 m in height) and the South Tower (85 stories and 1 155 ft or 352 m in height).

Each of the MIBC’s tower complexes has its own recreational and entertainment areas, restaurants and parking lots. The top floors of most of these buildings contain luxurious fully-furnished apartments. At night, the towers shine with bright lights, while inside them the panoramic windows reveal astounding views of Moscow. This breathtaking view of the capital of Russia is why visiting Moscow-City is a must!

What Not to Miss

There are many interesting landmarks within the Moscow-City compound, but three of them are truly deserving of special attention:

• The Afimall City Shopping Center;
• The Bagration Bridge with two galleries and a shopping arcade;
• The Expocentre Fairgrounds.

Afimall City Shopping Center

The Afimall City Shopping and Entertainment Center is located in Moscow-City’s Central Core. It is divided into 4 zones, each with its own theme – one for every season of the year. The shopping center houses the biggest indoor fountain found worldwide. The height of this watery wonder is 118 feet or 36 meters.

The shopping and entertainment center contains everything one might expect from one of the largest centers of its kind:

• Retail brand stores;
• Exhibitions;
• Game rooms;
• and Restaurants.

The main recreational space is roofed with a giant transparent dome, which is an impressive sight to behold.

Bagration Bridge

Bagration Bridge with its upper and lower galleries has a shopping center all of its own and was the first structure to be built as part of the Moscow-City business district. Its lower gallery is a shopping arcade and its upper gallery is an open-air viewing platform with a spectacular view of the MIBC and the Moskva River. The hall of the bridge houses the 23 foot tall sculpture called “Tree of Life”. Having gone through the bridge via either one of its two galleries, a pedestrian would find themselves standing right on the Kutuzovsky Prospekt.

Expocentre Fairgrounds

The Expocentre Fairgrounds exhibition venue is located at the very heart of the capital. The first exhibition held at the Expocentre happened all the way back in 1959, much earlier than the MIBC was erected. Today it is the venue of many interesting events.

Exhibitions with very diverse themes are regularly held at this complex. An up-to-date schedule can be found on the official webpage of the Expocentre. The events can be free or fixed-price entry, depending on their type.

Renting and Buying Real Estate in Moscow-City

Moscow-City is not only a work and business hub, but also a residential neighborhood. Any citizen of Russia can rent or buy apartments or elite sky lounges here. The variety of residential real estate available inside the skyscrapers is impressive, including options for any pocket. The following buildings in the MIBC contain residential blocks:

This skyscraper has a mirror glass façade which reflects the passing clouds. Just imagine how beautiful that looks! Anyone can buy an apartment in the Federation Tower. Such properties are not only a good investment, but also a mark of prestige. The average price of residential real estate here is 45 million rubles for an apartment with a total floor area of 334 sqft (102 m²). The average price of a square meter (3.28 square feet) is in the range of 650 to 700 thousand rubles. There are two- and three-room apartments available in the Federation Tower, each with its own loggia. As for rent, the minimum price of one month’s stay in a three-room apartment in this skyscraper is 300 000 rubles per month.

The Mercury City Tower skyscraper welcomes citizens from all parts of Russia. This building is no less tall than the world-famous Dubai skyscrapers. Living in its apartments is a delight. The minimum cost of an apartment in the Mercury City Tower is 75 million rubles. The average price of a square meter (3.28 square feet) is 800 thousand rubles. And for those looking for a lower price point, some of the properties are also available for rent – in this case you will pay a minimum of 250 thousand rubles per month.

The Imperia Tower is a key cluster of interesting offers. The best options for buying and renting apartments within the MIBC can all be found in this skyscraper. The lowest price of a residential apartment here is 40 million rubles. A square meter (3.28 square feet) in a luxurious apartment in the Imperia Tower currently costs 600 thousand rubles, while the price range of the listings available for rent in this skyscraper is from 350 thousand all the way up to 1 million rubles per month.

This complex, standing on a faceted or “crystal” base, is an architectural engineering project boasting spectacular design. Behind its impressive façades is an abundance of penthouses and apartments having floor areas in the range of 262 sqft (80 m²) to 984 sqft (300 m²). The minimum price of an apartment in the OKO Tower Complex is 40 million rubles (the price of a square meter (3.28 square feet) is 500 thousand rubles). You can rent an apartment here starting from 400 thousand rubles per month.

City of Capitals

The City of Capitals is an exemplary architectural complex. Its sum appearance gives the impression of a huge city. Inside its walls are spacious apartments available for purchase and rent. This complex is considered to be especially prestigious. The prices of apartments here start from 50 million rubles, while the minimum cost of renting is 400 thousand rubles per month.

Please note! The price of real estate available for purchase or rent depends on: the tower, the floor, the total floor area, the furnishings and/or interior design, and other factors.

The key advantages of buying/purchasing real estate in Moscow-City are:

• Favorable location;
• Convenient transportation links;
• Well-developed infrastructure;
• High safety level;
• Efficient architecture;
• Panoramic windows.

Buying real estate in Moscow-City is very much a rational decision, most appealing to those who value the ultimate level of comfort. The residential apartments here boast impressive interior design solutions executed in the contemporary style.

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