Market Assistant Manager

Job Summary

Supports the Store Director in overseeing total store operations with a focus on departmental performance, partner development, customer satisfaction, compliance, and financial objectives. Ensures operational excellence across all areas of the store, including front end, inventory management, merchandising, loss prevention, and food safety. Provides leadership and coaching to partners to ensure a safe, clean, and customer‑friendly shopping experience.

• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and prescription coverage
• Paid time off to relax, recharge, and enjoy life
• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• Exclusive employee discounts on the things you need most
• Scholarships and educational support
• Access to a 205‑acre outdoor recreation area

• Carry out management responsibilities including interviewing, hiring, training and developing partners; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining partners; and scheduling, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.
• Lead by example in delivering exceptional customer service; address customer complaints and ensure resolution.
• Open and close the store as assigned, ensuring adherence to safety, security, and operational procedures.
• Ensure proper execution of pricing accuracy, planogram compliance, and promotional displays.
• Manage front end operations including staffing, training, cash handling, and compliance with tender procedures (e.g., WIC, EBT, AML, lottery, Western Union).
• Monitor inventory levels using item management processes and ensure timely ordering, receiving, and stock rotation.
• Review profit and loss reports, sales, shrink, and labor metrics; identify trends and communicate concerns to the Store Director.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and quality standards across all applicable departments.
• Oversee execution of loss prevention strategies and shrink control initiatives throughout the store.
• Conduct regular store walks and inspections to ensure cleanliness, safety, and operational readiness.
• Ensure proper handling of deposits, change orders, register tills, and daily office audits; report discrepancies.
• Provide training, coaching, and accountability for all partners to ensure high performance and alignment with company standards.
• Support achievement of store financial goals including sales, EBITDA, gross margin, and operating expense targets.

• Intermediate knowledge of retail grocery store operations.
• Basic understanding of Company checkout policies and procedures.
• Basic knowledge and compliance of state laws regarding the sale of alcohol, tobacco, and lottery, as applicable.
• Basic knowledge of anti‑money laundering and other government regulations relating to monetary transactions.
• Basic knowledge of cash register.
• Basic knowledge of on‑site fuel station procedures, if applicable.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate others.
• Ability to effectively communicate (in written and verbal form) with customers and partners.
• Proficiency in remaining professional and courteous with customers at all times.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage time.
• Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence.
• Diligent detail orientation.
• Ability to carry out short‑term strategic objectives aligned with Company initiatives.
• Ability to multi‑task and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to evaluate partner performance and provide constructive corrections.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
• Ability to learn new technology systems, methods and processes.
• Proficiency with basic Microsoft Office functions.
• Safe handling of sharp objects such as knives, box cutters, etc.
• Ability to operate manual or electric pallet jack.
• Willingness to work variable shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Attention to potential hazards and remediation or appropriate warning signs or devices.
• Ability to report hazards that cannot be immediately remedied to a supervisor.

• Minimum 18 years of age required.
• Ages 21 or older for partners who will drive for Company…