Center Store Manager Trainee (H)

Hannaford Supermarkets; Raymond (NH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Center Store Manager Trainee to oversee retail operations in a dynamic environment. This role involves managing a team, ensuring high standards of customer service, and maintaining store presentation. You'll be responsible for hiring, training, and developing associates while achieving financial goals. The company emphasizes a positive culture and strong relationships with customers and associates. If you're passionate about retail management and want to make a difference in a community-focused organization, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing retail operations and teams.
• Ability to maintain high standards of store appearance and safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage department operations and ensure quality standards.
• Hire, train, and develop associates while fostering a positive environment.

Skills

Store Management Experience

Customer Service

Team Development

Inventory Management

Financial Goal Achievement

Education

College Degree or Equivalent

Tools

RF Units

MPP

Job description

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Address: USA-NH-Raymond-2 Freetown Road

Store Code: Store 08120 Management (2741237)

Hannaford Supermarkets started as a fresh produce vendor in Portland, Maine, in 1883, and remains connected to its roots as a local market. The company actively collaborates with farmers and producers through its Local program, emphasizing local foods, farmland preservation, traditions, and jobs. Hannaford was the first major U.S. supermarket to certify that all its seafood was sustainably harvested.

Primary Purpose

Manage retail operations for the assigned department, making decisions impacting store associates, merchandise quality, presentation, and customer service. Build strong relations with associates and customers, promote a positive culture, and ensure store conditions—appearance, security, safety, and food safety—are maintained at high standards. Responsible for proper control of company assets.

Key Responsibilities

1. Foster a positive, inclusive environment to retain associates and customers.
2. Ensure all quality standards are met.
3. Manage department operations following established practices.
4. Maintain department appearance and presentation.
5. Hire, train, and develop associates.
6. Achieve departmental financial goals.
7. Supervise department associates’ performance.
8. Provide excellent customer service and role model friendly interactions.
9. Delegate tasks effectively and monitor progress.
10. Maintain accurate records of production, shrink, sales, and inventory.
11. Meet physical requirements of the role, with or without accommodations.
12. Recognize accomplishments and provide constructive feedback.
13. Treat all colleagues with fairness, dignity, and respect.
14. Ensure associates are properly trained, including certification in food safety.
15. Follow all company policies and procedures.
16. Develop product knowledge across the department.
17. Utilize RF units and other tools as needed.
18. Assist in inventory management to maximize sales and reduce shrink.
19. Conduct performance appraisals in line with company standards.
20. Maintain effective work schedules.
21. Use company systems like MPP, financial reports, and scheduling tools.
22. Follow operational and merchandising standards to maximize profitability.
23. Ensure compliance with sanitation, safety, and food safety standards.
24. Understand and address causes of inventory shrinkage.
25. Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to use computers and communication systems.
• Lift up to 20 lbs. regularly, up to 60 lbs. occasionally; push/pull up to 40 lbs. regularly.
• Meet activity and volume standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in store management or equivalent.
• College degree or equivalent preferred.
• Certification as a Food Safety Manager or willingness to attain within 90 days.
• Support attainment of financial and operational objectives.
• Foster a sales-driven, customer-focused culture.
• Maintain store appearance and product quality.
• Manage and develop team members.
• Ensure compliance with security, safety, and food safety standards.
• Understand merchandising and inventory management techniques.
• Maintain confidentiality of store information.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Salary range: $18.95 - $27.25 hourly

Hannaford is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.