General Merchandise Manager

Tom Thumb Supermarket; Hurst (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Associate discounts

Health and financial well-being

Time off and holidays

Career growth and development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Albertsons Companies in Texas is seeking a Drug/GM Department Manager to lead the Drug and General Merchandise teams, focusing on in-stock conditions, inventory accuracy, merchandising, and exceptional customer service. This fast-paced role requires hands-on leadership and strong merchandising expertise to drive results.

You will coach and develop associates, oversee planograms, manage ordering and cycle counts, and ensure safety and compliance while delivering a great shopping experience for

Qualifications

• Strong customer-service focus and attention to detail.
• Proven leadership and team-building abilities.
• Ability to train, coach, and develop associates.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience reading sales and inventory data to guide planning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of Drug and GM departments, focusing on customer service and in-stock conditions.
• Execute planograms, resets, promotional sets, and seasonal transitions accurately.
• Maintain clean, organized sales floor and backroom areas.
• Manage ordering, inventory levels, cycle counts, and shrink.
• Monitor sales trends to support ordering and merchandising decisions.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Support customers with product questions and promotions.
• Provide direction, scheduling, training, and coaching to associates.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Team‑building

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Training

Coaching

Data review

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.

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well‑being starts with you. Bring your team‑building skills, merchandising expertise, and customer‑first mindset to a role where your impact is visible 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

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 associatesAbility 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

We Also Provide a Variety Of Benefits Including

• Competitive wages 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

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