Assistant Store Leader

Gerbes in; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading grocery store as an Assistant Store Leader in Columbia, Missouri. You will oversee store operations, support staff development, and drive sales performance while ensuring an excellent customer experience. Ideal candidates will have retail management experience and be passionate about enhancing customer relations, all while demonstrating the core values of respect, honesty, and integrity.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Counseling support

Discounts on purchases

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as department manager or equivalent.
• Knowledge of all aspects of store operations.
• Ability to resolve customer issues effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage total store operations in store manager's absence.
• Support development of action plans based on Associate Insight survey results.
• Achieve sales, wage, profit, safety, and shrink targets.

Skills

Retail management experience

Staff supervisory experience

Customer service

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Assistant Store Leader (Finance)

Learn the operations of all departments and the duties of store management; share responsibility for store performance in all areas of operation/human resources. Perform scheduling, security, maintenance, safety, sanitation, ordering, administration & Human Resource-related duties. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Based in Missouri, Gerbes merged with The Kroger Company in 1983. Today, we're proudly serving Gerbes customers in 6 stores throughout Columbia and Jefferson City areas.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Gerbes family!

What you'll receive from us:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma/GED
• 1 year of experience as department manager, service manager, or equivalent experience
• Store manager/district manager or direct manager approval

Preferred Qualifications and Responsibilities:

• Retail management experience & knowledge of all aspects of store operations
• Staff supervisory experience
• Assist store manager & associates in achieving a favorable customer shopping experience and develop associate interest in customer service/relations to enhance Kroger's reputation
• Assist store manager in leading teams in planning, implementing & executing merchandising/operating initiatives
• Support development of action plans based on Associate Insight survey results
• Identify store opportunities, develop solutions, and ensure plan execution
• Model and demand high levels of customer service and resolve issues effectively
• Manage total store operations in the store manager's absence
• Achieve sales, wage, profit, safety, and shrink targets
• Drive sales and profits through collaboration with department managers and staff
• Discuss financial performance and develop budgets with staff
• Analyze competitive landscape and adapt strategies accordingly
• Demonstrate inclusive leadership and promote diversity
• Coordinate with field staff to meet sales and profit goals
• Build relationships with community organizations and union representatives as applicable
• Communicate effectively with team members
• Serve as a liaison with district managers and coordinators
• Assist in staffing, retention, and performance management
• Ensure legal and policy compliance
• Supervise, coach, and evaluate staff performance