Grocery Operations Leader

Food Lion; Virginia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Food Lion, a leading grocery retailer, seeks a Grocery Department Manager in Virginia to drive department performance, lead associates, and ensure excellent customer service. You will manage staffing, training, scheduling, and inventory controls while upholding safety and company standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, communication, and alignment with company values, with focus on budgeted results and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced store environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication and customer service skills.
• Good understanding of store operations preferred.
• Ability to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Ability to use technical information to solve problems.
• Ability to lead and direct others.
• Must meet minimum age requirements to perform specific job functions.
• Must meet physical requirements, with or without accommodations.
• Must be accredited as a Food Safety Manager or attend training within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Grocery Department, including hiring, training and developing department associates.
• Supervise performance and conduct formal appraisals for direct reports.
• Labor management and coaching to meet productivity expectations.
• Provide leadership to promote a culture aligned with Guiding Principles, Core Values, Vision and Strategy.
• Support achievement of budgeted financial and operating results.
• Ensure fast, friendly customer service and a positive shopping experience.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Leadership

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Food Lion, a leading grocery retailer, seeks a Grocery Department Manager in Virginia to drive department performance, lead associates, and ensure excellent customer service. You will manage staffing, training, scheduling, and inventory controls while upholding safety and company standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, communication, and alignment with company values, with focus on budgeted results and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced store environment.