Grocery Center Manager — Store Operations Leader

Food Lion; Windsor (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Food Lion in Windsor, NC seeks a Grocery Department Manager to lead the department, hire and train staff, and drive financial and service objectives. You will manage scheduling, ordering, and merchandising, while upholding Food Lion's standards and customer experience.

The role emphasizes leadership, communication, and a strong customer-service mindset to sustain a positive shopping environment in a fast-paced store setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead and develop a team to achieve store goals.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Grocery Department, including hiring, training and developing department associates.
• Supervise performance and conduct regular performance appraisals for direct reports.
• Oversee daily labor and coaching to meet productivity targets.
• Provide leadership that reflects Food Lion values and strategy.
• Support the achievement of budgeted financial and operating results.
• Maintain a positive customer-focused environment with fast, friendly service.
• Ensure proper use of company tools and inventory controls.
• Oversee scheduling, ordering, and merchandising to meet policy and quality standards.
• Maintain store appearance, safety, and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Customer service

People leadership

Communication

Store operations

Training & development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ACIS

Scheduling software

CAO system

POS systems

Job description

Food Lion in Windsor, NC seeks a Grocery Department Manager to lead the department, hire and train staff, and drive financial and service objectives. You will manage scheduling, ordering, and merchandising, while upholding Food Lion's standards and customer experience.

The role emphasizes leadership, communication, and a strong customer-service mindset to sustain a positive shopping environment in a fast-paced store setting.