I applied at one place, a sister store responded. What to do?

Question

I applied at a store recently in a location that is convienent for me since it is just down the street of where I live and on my commute home (which is about 30min) it is right on the way. I put in an application online, since that is the only way they accept them. I went in and spoke with a manager who suggested I called their hiring manager in the morning since they expanded the building extensively and would be needing more people.

I did so and she said she would be pulling applications and would give me a call the next day. She also mentioned that they were hiring and would need people. Well, I did get a call today, but it was from a different store- different managers. I never heard from the store manager that I originally called from as of yet.

Now I don't want to be rude, but the store is too far away for my commute to be beneficial for me. However, I need the job since I moved into the area and am in severe need of something closer to home. Should I call the store that left a message for an interview and let them know it is too far away? Will that damage my chances with the store that I really want? And should I call the hiring manager from the store that I originally (and specifically) applied to and... I don't know what to ask her? Where's that call you told me about?

As for qualifications - I have extensive work background in both the positions I applied for. I also used to work for the company in my younger days. I've never been fired or really have a blemish on my work record that could possibly make me unqualified.

Looking for some suggestions or answers from some of the more experienced. Thanks.

Answer 1

I retired in a management position.  Call or send a letter outlining your situation.  That should keep you in consideration since most in the same situation nowadays just fail to show up.  Make sure you are polite and leave a means for them to contact you.  You would be surprised at the numbers of people on the basis of good manners alone.

Answer 2

It's not rude to ask.  Simply explain your situation.  If it's too far, then it's too far.  Be honest.  

Answer 3

Go for the interview, explain your situation, and be willing to take whatever they offer you at the moment, in order to have a job.  Things can change in the future.  You can always transfer.

Answer 4

The sister store could be helping the store near you for interviews ,training and such a call is cheap to find out for sure.