Chief Store Ops & Fresh Merchandising Leader

Executive Leadership Solutions; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Leadership Solutions seeks a Vice President of Store Operations to lead and unify merchandising, pricing, and operational performance across all locations in the United States. The role emphasizes Produce, Meat, Seafood, Deli, Bakery, and Prepared Foods to drive sales and profitability.

You will liaise with Merchandising, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance to optimize inventory, labor productivity, and customer satisfaction while maintaining brand standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred.
• 10+ years grocery retail leadership experience.
• Demonstrated success in leading multi-store operations and fresh departments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and integrate store-level merchandising, pricing, and promotional execution across all locations.
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, HR, and Loss Prevention.
• Drive sales, profitability, and customer experience with strong operational standards.

Skills

Grocery leadership

Fresh foods expertise

Strategic planning

Pricing & promotions

Cross-functional collaboration

P&L management

Customer experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business

Job description

Executive Leadership Solutions seeks a Vice President of Store Operations to lead and unify merchandising, pricing, and operational performance across all locations in the United States. The role emphasizes Produce, Meat, Seafood, Deli, Bakery, and Prepared Foods to drive sales and profitability.

You will liaise with Merchandising, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance to optimize inventory, labor productivity, and customer satisfaction while maintaining brand standards.