Overnight Area Leader - Retail Ops & Growth

Meijer Inc.; Plainwell (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Paid education assistance

Team member discount

Development programs for advancement

Job summary

Meijer is seeking an Area Leader in Michigan to drive team engagement, onboarding, coaching, and development across a span of care. You will lead Leads and Team Leaders, aiming to optimize staffing, performance and customer experience while managing budgets and store operations.

You will identify talent, discuss career paths, and ensure adherence to safety, training, and merchandising standards. This role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and Meijer’s cultural stewardship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of retail/grocery or customer service experience.
• Progressive leadership experience preferred.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to analyze financial information and use it to make informed decisions.
• Commitment to safe operations and compliance.
• Ability to communicate clearly with team members.
• Understanding of seasonal and diverse merchandising to meet customer needs.
• Inclusive leadership and team development.

Responsibilities

• Engage with team members to ensure onboarding, training, and coaching for success.
• Identify talent and discuss career development to support staffing and leadership pipelines.
• Hold candid discussions to uphold Meijer standards and promote growth.
• Oversee area operations and financial results to maximize sales and productivity.
• Drive safety, compliance, and proper store condition management.
• Guide leads and team members on daily tasks and training needs.
• Adapt processes and contribute to Meijer’s culture and values.

Skills

Team leadership

Retail management

People development

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Meijer is seeking an Area Leader in Michigan to drive team engagement, onboarding, coaching, and development across a span of care. You will lead Leads and Team Leaders, aiming to optimize staffing, performance and customer experience while managing budgets and store operations.

You will identify talent, discuss career paths, and ensure adherence to safety, training, and merchandising standards. This role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and Meijer’s cultural stewardship.