Center Store Manager: Grocery Ops & Team Leadership

Festival Foods; Town of Weston (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate Discount

Weekly Pay

Premium Pay Sundays

Two-Week Scheduling

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Parental Leave

Fitness Reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

Festival Foods in Weston, WI is seeking a Center Store Manager to lead daily operations across Grocery, Frozen/Dairy, Natural/Organic, and HBC/GM departments. You will guide Center Store associates, balance inventory, coordinate vendor orders, and ensure efficient workflows in a hands-on leadership role.

The role requires 2+ years of leadership, strong communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and POS systems.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of leadership experience with a strong ability to coach, motivate, and develop teams.
• Thorough knowledge of the retail food business, preferably in grocery or supermarket operations.
• Strong decision-making skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead diverse teams and interact with customers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and ability to learn and use various systems, including Point-Of-Sale register system.
• Understanding of store safety policies and ability to identify potential hazards.
• Ability to learn and safely use equipment: power jack, walk behind lift, WAV, baler, compactor.

Responsibilities

• Provide Leadership: Work alongside Center Store associates, giving clear direction, coaching on best practices, and reinforcing company expectations.
• Execute Daily Operations: Ensure Grocery, Frozen/Dairy, Natural/Organic, and HBC/GM departments are stocked, organized, and meeting operational goals by leading associates and overseeing workflow.
• Manage Inventory & Orders: Balance orders, monitor deliveries, and coordinate with vendors to maintain proper inventory levels across all assigned departments.
• Maintain a Smooth Workflow: Troubleshoot issues, assist in scheduling, and adjust plans as needed to keep all departments running efficiently.
• Ensure Department Readiness: Oversee product stocking, pricing accuracy, and merchandising execution, ensuring all areas meet store standards.
• Leadership Coverage: Provide leadership coverage as needed when the Senior Manager is unavailable, supporting overall store functions.
• Train and Mentor: Train and mentor Center Store associates, helping them expand their skills and gain experience, while fostering a positive, team-oriented environment.
• Cashier Trained: Ready to step in at the register, and/or support store closing procedures when needed.
• Ensure Compliance & Safety: Uphold safety policies, company procedures, and regulatory standards to maintain a safe and efficient store environment.
• Honor Commitments: Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences.
• Support the Team: Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Team Development

Communication

MS Office

POS System

Inventory Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

POS System

Job description

Festival Foods in Weston, WI is seeking a Center Store Manager to lead daily operations across Grocery, Frozen/Dairy, Natural/Organic, and HBC/GM departments. You will guide Center Store associates, balance inventory, coordinate vendor orders, and ensure efficient workflows in a hands-on leadership role.

The role requires 2+ years of leadership, strong communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and POS systems.