Co-Store Director: Lead Teams, Elevate Guest Experience

The Fresh Market Inc; Daphne (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Member discount up to 40%

401K contribution and company match

Early Earn Wage Access

Job summary

The Fresh Market is seeking a Co-Store Director to partner with the Store Director and lead the store team. You will guide daily operations, ensure a high-quality guest and team experience, and drive strong financial performance across departments such as Produce & Floral, Meat & Seafood, Bakery, Deli & CMS, and Center Store.

You will recruit and develop leaders, maintain brand standards, and serve as a visible, hospitality-focused leader in-store and within the Daphne community.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive management experience in supermarkets, retail, restaurants, hospitality, or general business.
• Demonstrated success overseeing multiple departments or store-wide operations.
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to achieve sales, margin, labor, and operational goals.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Basic proficiency with POS systems, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Food Safety Certification or ability to obtain after hire.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Model and promote our values of passion, excellence, hospitality, and teamwork in every interaction.
• Serve as a visible, accessible leader on the sales floor, supporting team members and engaging with guests.
• Recruit, hire, and develop team members, building a strong pipeline of future leaders.
• Oversee sales departments to ensure merchandising, signage, and assortment reflect local guest needs and our brand standards.
• Manage key financial areas, including sales, gross margin, labor planning, inventory control, and shrink reduction.
• Partner with department managers to ensure effective ordering, scheduling, and workload planning.
• Maintain full compliance with food safety, sanitation, risk management, and all regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a brand ambassador, representing The Fresh Market with hospitality and professionalism in the store and local community.
• Build strong relationships with guests, responding to questions, resolving concerns, and modeling guest recovery.
• Engage with local organizations, vendors, and partners to strengthen the store’s presence in the community.

Skills

Progressive management

Retail leadership

Financial acumen

Team coaching

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/retail management

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Fresh Market is seeking a Co-Store Director to partner with the Store Director and lead the store team. You will guide daily operations, ensure a high-quality guest and team experience, and drive strong financial performance across departments such as Produce & Floral, Meat & Seafood, Bakery, Deli & CMS, and Center Store.

You will recruit and develop leaders, maintain brand standards, and serve as a visible, hospitality-focused leader in-store and within the Daphne community.