Grocery Department Manager - Relocation to Rural Alaska

Alaska Commercial Co.; Alaska; On-site; USD 63,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Taxable housing accommodations (noPets

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salaries

Job summary

The Alaska Commercial Company is seeking a Department Manager for Grocery in Kotzebue, AK. This full-time role includes relocation and taxable housing accommodations, plus a relocation package and comprehensive benefits.

You will lead a team, manage merchandising, pricing, and promotions while focusing on exceptional customer service. Relocation to rural Alaska is required; ACC provides housing options and support as part of the package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of management experience in grocery retail.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and detail-oriented.
• Strong organizational, planning, and prioritizing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Capable of handling special orders and making product recommendations.
• Commitment to ACC’s vision, mission, values.
• Appreciation for small-town life and cultural diversity is an asset.
• Enthusiastic about approaching customers and making recommendations.
• Experience with visual merchandising, inventory management, training and development, and sales/service.

Responsibilities

• Order and present merchandise to maximize sales and profits.
• Control labor and overhead costs.
• Ensure merchandise is priced correctly.
• Drive sales through promotions.
• Deliver excellent customer service and build department morale.
• Share knowledge to create team spirit across the department.
• Plan for seasonal events and adapt to weather-driven opportunities.
• Monitor customer service and address issues promptly.
• Communicate store policies to department staff.
• Support other store management in daily operations.
• Maintain quality products with proper handling by the team.

Skills

Grocery management

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Special orders

Values alignment

Cultural awareness

Customer focus

Merchandising & inventory

Job description

The Alaska Commercial Company is seeking a Department Manager for Grocery in Kotzebue, AK. This full-time role includes relocation and taxable housing accommodations, plus a relocation package and comprehensive benefits.

You will lead a team, manage merchandising, pricing, and promotions while focusing on exceptional customer service. Relocation to rural Alaska is required; ACC provides housing options and support as part of the package.