Assistant Store Director

Grocery Department Manager

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who's not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that's constantly evolving.

Main responsibilities:

• Direct and oversee daily Grocery Department operations, including grocery, dairy, frozen foods, and liquor/beer departments.
• Lead store operations in the absence of the Store Director, ensuring business continuity and operational excellence.
• Drive customer service initiatives and foster a culture focused on delivering an exceptional customer experience.
• Manage inventory levels, product ordering, merchandising, pricing, product quality, and stock conditions.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, security, code-date, and company operating standards.
• Recruit, train, coach, schedule, and develop department employees and managers to achieve business objectives.
• Monitor department performance, labor utilization, sales results, shrink control, and profitability metrics.
• Manage employee performance and support personnel decisions, including hiring, development, promotions, and corrective action.
• Analyze financial results, including profit and loss statements, and implement action plans to maximize sales and gross margin performance.
• Build strong relationships with customers, vendors, and associates while resolving customer and employee concerns effectively.

We Are Looking for Candidates Who Possess the Following:

• Soft skills:
• Exceptional customer service orientation
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Relationship-building and interpersonal skills
• Conflict resolution and coaching capabilities
• Adaptability in a fast-paced retail environment
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure
• Competencies:
• Retail operations management
• Workforce planning and scheduling
• Performance management and employee development
• Inventory management and replenishment
• Merchandising and promotional execution
• Financial and profit-and-loss management
• Labor management and productivity optimization
• Compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Store safety, sanitation, and food safety oversight
• Knowledge:
• Retail grocery operations and merchandising practices
• Inventory control and shrink management principles
• Profit and loss statement analysis
• Labor management and budgeting practices
• Employment laws and workplace practices
• Food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Basic accounting and mathematical principles
• Point-of-sale and retail management systems
• Company policies, procedures, and operational standards
• Abilities:
• Lead and motivate diverse teams to achieve performance goals
• Identify business opportunities and operational challenges and develop effective solutions
• Analyze business metrics and make data-driven decisions
• Maintain high operational standards while balancing multiple priorities
• Communicate effectively with associates, customers, suppliers, and leadership
• Train and develop employees for advancement opportunities
• Lift and maneuver products weighing up to 50 pounds as needed
• Stand and walk for extended periods and work throughout various store departments
• Other requirements:
• Prior retail management experience with increasing leadership responsibility.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Ability to work in varying temperature environments, including freezers, coolers, and outdoor conditions as needed.
• Commitment to maintaining company appearance, grooming, and dress code standards.
• Demonstrated integrity and commitment to company policies and ethical business practices.

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

Our Values – Click below to view video: ACI Values

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