Manager Trainee

We are seeking a focused people-leader with a passion for retail who is energized by the opportunity to be a visible, working manager in the grocery department, as well as the front-end of the store. In this role, you will take on a variety of hands-on responsibilities, putting in the work in a fast-paced environment to develop the skills that will bring you to the next level of management.

Designed as a learning role with the ultimate goal of continuing up the Dierbergs career ladder, as a Manager Trainee, you will learn all aspects of the grocery business, from customer service to operations. Additionally, you will learn how to Be Dierbergs, fostering a culture where you and others feel welcome, included, and celebrated.

• Holding yourself accountable to a self‑directed training program to gain the skills, knowledge, and expertise required to efficiently oversee the grocery and front‑end department.
• Acting as boots‑on‑the‑ground support and backup for Associates across store departments, from the front‑end of the store to the backroom.
• Partnering closely with our Core Management team to lead, direct, and supervise Associates, fostering a positive team environment.
• Responding to and resolving Associate issues including, but not limited to, addressing schedule concerns, holding Associates accountable for job performance, and handling customer complaints.
• Building and maintaining relationships with vendors and assisting the Core Management team in holding vendors accountable to Dierbergs standards.
• Providing exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive shopping experience for customers.
• Collaborating with our Core Management team to understand variables that impact store profitability and assists with controlling such variables, including gross margin, inventory control, and operating expenses.
• Assisting in payroll management, Associate scheduling, inventory and ordering, and vendor partnerships.
• Acting as a Store Manager in their absence, demonstrating real‑time leadership and decision‑making skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 2+ years of supervisory experience in retail, grocery, food service, or hospitality.
• High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and conflict management skills.
• Excellent leadership abilities, with the capacity to motivate others and foster a positive team environment.
• Drive to stay busy and visible as a working manager.
• Meeting and maintaining Dierbergs standards for professionalism and appearance.
• Proven track record of dependability and reliability in previous roles.
• Strong moral compass and ability to make ethical decisions, even in challenging situations.
• Flexibility to accommodate a varied schedule, including nights and weekends, to support operational needs.
• Must be willing to transfer to any available store location within the St. Charles and St. Louis Metropolitan area.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally and up to 20 lbs. frequently.
• Ability to push and pull up to 90 lbs. of force occasionally.
• Constant:
  Standing, handling, & forward reach.
• Frequent:
  Walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, squatting, handling, head turn, trunk bend, side reach, grasp, power grip, pinch, finger manipulation, & feel.
• Occasional:
  Sitting and climbing.

• Our culture makes us unique. We're known for being friendly and customer‑focused, as well as for treating each other like family.
• You’ll enjoy the stability of working for an organization with a strong history of financial success and an excellent reputation in the community.
• As an integral part of our team, you’ll directly impact our bottom line and contribute to our ongoing success.
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