Dairy Department Lead: Training, Merch & Inventory

Safeway; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Wage advance access

Associate discounts

Health benefits

Paid time off

Training and development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is hiring for a Dairy Department Stocking Lead at Safeway in Alexandria, VA. You will assist the Grocery Manager in directing the department operation, supervise staff, handle inventory, and build displays to drive sales.

This role emphasizes safe, friendly service, with opportunities to train and coach team members and participate in merchandising planning. The position requires physical stamina, basic math, and the ability to work in a temperature-controlled store

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Friendly, courteous demeanor with customers and coworkers.
• Leadership and interpersonal abilities to guide a team.
• Ability to learn inventory control, pricing, merchandising, and shipping/receiving procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist Grocery Manager in directing Dairy Department operations.
• Supervise and train dairy staff; assist in ordering, receiving, and inventory control.
• Maintain safe, friendly customer service and engage in suggestive selling.
• Plan regular and seasonal merchandise needs and displays.
• Manage backroom inventory and back-up cashier duties as needed.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Initiative

Composure under pressure

Mathematical basics

Job description

Albertsons Companies is hiring for a Dairy Department Stocking Lead at Safeway in Alexandria, VA. You will assist the Grocery Manager in directing the department operation, supervise staff, handle inventory, and build displays to drive sales.

This role emphasizes safe, friendly service, with opportunities to train and coach team members and participate in merchandising planning. The position requires physical stamina, basic math, and the ability to work in a temperature-controlled store