Center Store Lead: Retail Ops & Inventory Leader

Family Fare, LLC; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

SpartanNash is seeking a Center Store Lead in Elkhart, IN to manage daily department operations, train staff, and ensure inventory and product quality. You will oversee scheduling, safety compliance, and execution of promotional plans while leading a hands-on team to meet KPIs.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED with 0–2 years in retail and strong communication, bookkeeping, and leadership skills. Spanish language abilities are a plus for this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Retail management experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication and bookkeeping skills.
• Ability to lead a hands-on team and drive results.
• Good organizational and strategic planning abilities.
• Knowledge of retail store operations and management systems.
• Spanish language ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day department operations to meet goals.
• Ensure staffing levels and training for associates.
• Maintain inventory and execute cycle counts.
• Oversee compliance with safety and food handling guidelines.
• Know store ads, promotions, and loyalty programs.
• Communicate flight plans and schedules to the team.
• Support scheduling, labor control, and payroll expense.
• Attend daily huddles and manager meetings.

Skills

Retail leadership

Staff training

Communication

Bookkeeping

Organization

Decision making

Problem solving

Spanish language

Microsoft Office

Product knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

SpartanNash is seeking a Center Store Lead in Elkhart, IN to manage daily department operations, train staff, and ensure inventory and product quality. You will oversee scheduling, safety compliance, and execution of promotional plans while leading a hands-on team to meet KPIs.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED with 0–2 years in retail and strong communication, bookkeeping, and leadership skills. Spanish language abilities are a plus for this role.