General Merchandise Manager

Albertsons Companies; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages paid weekly

Associate discounts

Health and financial well-being (Med/D

Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay

Job summary

Albertsons Companies in Albuquerque, NM, seeks a Drug/GM Department Manager to lead daily operations, optimize merchandising, and deliver an outstanding shopping experience. You will oversee in-stock performance, planograms, and seasonal transitions with hands-on leadership.

Responsibilities include coaching associates, ensuring safety and compliance, and driving promotions while maintaining a high standard of customer service. Flexible availability including weekends and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Soft skills required: customer-service focus and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication and team-building abilities.
• Strong organization, prioritization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple categories and shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of Drug and GM departments with focus on customer service, merchandising, and in-stock conditions.
• Execute planograms, resets, promotional sets, ad programs, and seasonal transitions accurately and on time.
• Maintain clean, organized, and visually appealing sales floor and backroom areas.
• Manage ordering, inventory levels, cycle counts, and inventory accuracy while minimizing shrink.
• Monitor sales trends, movement reports, and seasonal needs to support ordering and merchandising recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with company programs, safety standards, and operational procedures.
• Support customers with product questions, promotions, and locating merchandise.
• Provide daily direction, scheduling, training, and coaching to Drug/GM associates.

Skills

Soft skills: Customer-service focus

Leadership

Organization & prioritization

Problem-solving

Job description

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership career? Join us for an exciting opportunity as a Drug/General Merchandise (GM) Department Manager, where strong merchandising, operational excellence, and customer service come together.

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for team-focused managers who are passionate about results, organization, and delivering a great shopping experience. As a Drug/GM Department Manager, you will oversee key departments that drive in-stock performance, inventory accuracy, seasonal execution, and sales. This role offers a fast-paced, hands-on environment where your leadership and merchandising expertise make a visible impact every day.

Main responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Drug and General Merchandise departments with a focus on customer service, merchandising, and in-stock conditions
• Execute planograms, resets, promotional sets, ad programs, and seasonal transitions accurately and on time
• Maintain clean, organized, and visually appealing sales floor and backroom areas
• Manage ordering, inventory levels, cycle counts, and inventory accuracy while minimizing shrink
• Monitor sales trends, movement reports, and seasonal needs to support ordering and merchandising recommendations
• Ensure compliance with company programs, safety standards, and operational procedures
• Support customers with product questions, promotions, and locating merchandise
• Provide daily direction, scheduling, training, and coaching to Drug/GM associates

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

Soft skills

• Strong customer-service focus and attention to detail
• Effective leadership, communication, and team-building skills
• Strong organization, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple categories and shifting priorities

Competencies

• Merchandising execution and planogram compliance
• Inventory management, ordering, and shrink control
• Operational standards, safety, and compliance execution
• Sales performance and promotional execution

Knowledge

• Retail or general merchandise operations
• Inventory systems and merchandising standards (preferred)

Abilities

• Ability to review sales and inventory data to guide department planning
• Ability to train, coach, and develop associates
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Travel requirements: None

Other requirements: Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays; reliable attendance; compliance with company safety policies and Code of Business Conduct

Benefits

• Competitive w ages paid weekly
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

Our Values

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