Assistant Store Manager

WinCo Foods; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer is seeking an Assistant Store Manager for their Phoenix location. The ideal candidate will assist in managing store operations while ensuring compliance and a safe shopping environment. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to develop their leadership skills in a fast-paced environment with a focus on customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Top-tier medical plans

Tuition support

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in the Manager Apprentice Program or have relevant experience.
• Minimum of one year as Store Manager or three years as Assistant Store Manager.
• Ability to perform supervisory functions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in planning and managing store operations.
• Ensure compliance with store policies and maintain cleanliness.
• Monitor employee effectiveness and assist in hiring and training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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About Us

Join us at WinCo Foods, where we're more than just a grocery retailer - we're a growing family of over 140 supermarkets in 10 states with over 22,000 employee owners. Our purpose is to make the lives of our customers and employee owners better by offering the lowest possible prices to feed their families. Currently, WinCo is the second largest Employee-Owned company in the United States. With more than 500 millionaire employee-owners in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Our benefits, including top-tier medical plans and tuition support set us apart. In your role, you'll be instrumental in making a real impact in the communities we serve, embodying our purpose every day.

About Us

Join us at WinCo Foods, where we're more than just a grocery retailer - we're a growing family of over 140 supermarkets in 10 states with over 22,000 employee owners. Our purpose is to make the lives of our customers and employee owners better by offering the lowest possible prices to feed their families. Currently, WinCo is the second largest Employee-Owned company in the United States. With more than 500 millionaire employee-owners in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Our benefits, including top-tier medical plans and tuition support set us apart. In your role, you'll be instrumental in making a real impact in the communities we serve, embodying our purpose every day.

Overview

Job Summary

In coordination with peer Assistant Store Manager assists the Store Manager in planning, coordinating and managing the store operations so as to control costs, meet targeted labor, maintain projected profit margins, meet or exceed sales goals and provide a pleasant and safe shopping experience for customers and a safe professional working environment for employees. Monitors maintaining and replenishing of stock in order to continually meet customers’ purchasing needs.

Typical Duties And Responsibilities

• Manages the Grocery department, ensuring compliance with WinCo Foods Company Policies, State and Federal Laws and the store’s Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Monitors the hour to hour store appearance and conditions to ensure high stands of cleanliness, efficiency and productivity. Demonstrates understanding of store priorities and the ability to anticipate changes.
• Maintains a safe environment for customers and employees thereby controlling general liability and workers’ compensation costs.
• Shows enthusiasm and a positive attitude toward fellow employees as well as customers. Sets an example of personal integrity, appearance and ethical business practices which provides a standard of conduct for all store personnel. Leads by example.
• Monitors employee effectiveness and productivity and ensures efficient labor utilization in the grocery department.
• Evaluates and implements store merchandising plans.
• Performs store personnel functions as necessary, (such as hiring, training, disciplinary decisions, firing).
• Performs delegated Store Manager responsibilities in the absence of Store Manager or as assigned.
• Assists the Store Manager in achieving or exceeding projected labor and productivity goals.
• Monitors and maintains the quality condition of all products. Ensures that all products are stocked, rotated and faced and that outdated and spoiled products are appropriately discarded.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed.
  
  

Education

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
  
  

Experience

• Currently enrolled in the Manager Apprentice Program and/or Minimum of one (1) year as Store Manager/Director or three (3) years as Assistant Store Manager/Director, or equivalent management experience in a retail grocery store.
• Performing clear written and verbal communication (hearing & speech), providing leadership, exhibiting interpersonal relation skills and maintaining composure with customers and co-workers.
• Performing supervisory skills (e.g. interviewing, scheduling, hiring, counseling, training, disciplining, etc.)
• Operating computers with Windows applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. in a work setting.
• Applying strong analytical and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail in order to effectively monitoring progress and complete assignments, performing all duties with efficiency and accuracy.
• Utilizing excellent verbal, written and inter-personal communication skills, establishing and maintaining rapport with co-workers, supervisors, buyers, etc.
• Conducting visual inspections, reading reports, computer printouts, computer screen, etc.
• Accepting direction from multiple sources and effectively managing time to ensure deadlines are met.
• Demonstrating initiative and self-direction to perform a variety of simultaneous skills (multi-tasking), fielding and prioritizing different tasks, phone calls and projects with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrating a strong understanding of overall company practices; an in-depth understanding of policies/procedures and the ability to judge/react to customer and employee needs professionally and appropriately.
  
  

Ability To

• Occasionally lift and maneuver objects of varying dimensions and weights up to 50 pounds.
• Efficiently & accurately operate check stand equipment such as scales, scanners, and cash registers.
• Utilize appropriate computer programs to perform tasks such as employee scheduling, product ordering, etc.
• Stand, walk and move rapidly for long periods of time.
• Bend, stoop, twist, and turn frequently.
• Perform basic math (add, subtract, divide and multiply), compute weights and measures and calculate profit margins.
• Perform primary duties efficiently and accurately.
• Work any scheduled work shifts including evenings, graveyard, overnight, weekends and holidays as scheduled or required.
• Obtain necessary certification to safely and efficiently operate required equipment including powered industrial forklifts and electric pallet jacks.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally, bend at waist and twist upper body frequently, repetitive use of hands continually.
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Food Handlers Certification (Per State Laws)
  
  

Machines And Equipment Operated

• Office machines (computer terminal, copier/scanner, 10-key, fax machine, telephone, etc)
• Forklift, Electric and manual Pallet Jack, Push Carts and hand trucks.
• Garbage & cardboard compactors.
  
  

Preferred Education, Experience And/or Credentials

• Five (5) years or more as Store Manager/Director or Assistant Manager in a retail grocery store.
• Management experience in a fast paced high volume retail grocery store.
  
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of personnel may vary.

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EEO/Inclusivity

As the WinCo Foods community continues to grow, our variety of perspectives and wide range of experiences are essential to our strategy and success. We are committed cultivating and celebrating an inclusive environment in which all employees are valued and respected.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Retail Groceries

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