Asst. Store Director

Safeway; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Associate discounts

Health benefits

401k

Job summary

Albertsons Companies in Bozeman, MT is seeking a Grocery Department Leader to oversee daily operations of the Grocery Department, including frozen, dairy, and liquor/beer. You will supervise staff, manage scheduling, and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and merchandising standards.

The role requires strong communication, leadership, and customer-service orientation, with responsibility for inventory, signage, and vendor relations.

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication abilities.
• Proven leadership and interpersonal skills in a retail setting.
• Ability to maintain composure with customers and team members.
• Ability to build and sustain employee morale and engagement.
• Customer-focused mindset with a service culture.

Responsibilities

• Direct and control the operation of the Grocery Department, including frozen, dairy, and liquor/beer.
• Supervise, train, schedule, and direct Grocery Department staff.
• Oversee total store operations in the absence of the Store Director.
• Perform daily inspections for quality, rotation, safety, and sanitation compliance.
• Implement company policies and control shrink.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relations.
• Prepare and display product signage.
• Recommend personnel actions such as hiring, promotions, or disciplinary measures.
• Respond to customer complaints and calls appropriately.
• Maintain department records and confidentiality.
• Attend required training and sales meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Employee morale

Customer service orientation

Job description

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.

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 control the operation of the Grocery Department, including frozen, dairy, and liquor/beer.
• Supervise, train, schedule, and direct Grocery Department employees.
• Oversee total store operations in the absence of, or as needed by, the Store Director.
• Perform daily inspections ensuring compliance with quality, rotation, safety, sanitation, code dates, and security standards.
• Implement company and division operating and merchandising policies and control shrink.
• Order grocery products and maintain inventory levels.
• Oversee receiving, storing, stocking, pricing, and merchandising of grocery products and maintain vendor relations.
• Prepare and display product signage.
• Recommend personnel actions such as hiring, promotions, discipline, and terminations.
• Respond to customer complaints and incoming calls appropriately.
• Maintain accurate department records and confidentiality.
• Attend required training and sales meetings.

Soft Skills

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Effective leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain composure with customers and co-workers.
• Ability to build and maintain employee morale.
• Customer-focused mindset and ability to instill excellent service culture.

Competencies

• Management of retail operations and supervision of staff.
• Ability to identify needs, problems, and opportunities and plan effectively.
• Understanding and application of store P&L statements.
• Monitoring department performance and communicating expectations.
• Ensuring compliance with policies, safety standards, and regulations.

Knowledge

• Understanding of company practices, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of employment laws and workplace practices.
• Strong business and financial knowledge, including P&L statements.
• Knowledge of all store positions and store operations.
• Familiarity with emergency plans for various events.

Abilities

• Ability to manage people effectively, including hiring, training, and disciplinary actions.
• Ability to perform occasional manual work such as displays and register operations.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift up to 50 lbs, and maneuver equipment.
• Ability to maintain mental alertness for safe and accurate work.
• Availability for nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional travel.

We Also Provide a Variety Of Benefits Including

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• 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 serveunities we serve