Stock & Ops Manager Trainee

Hannaford Supermarkets; Falmouth (ME); On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Hannaford Supermarkets is seeking a Department Manager to lead the assigned department, drive store performance, and develop associates. You will ensure quality standards, safety, and presentation while managing schedules and inventory in a dynamic retail environment.

The role emphasizes hiring and training, achieving financial objectives, and fostering a positive, customer-focused culture across the department. Solid leadership and operational knowledge are required to excel.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of store operations and total store merchandising techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and a demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Demonstrated good judgement solving problems, making decisions, handling complaints, arbitrating disputes and resolving grievances.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive and inclusive environment to retain associates and customers.
• Hire, train and develop associates to meet department needs.
• Attain departmental financial objectives.
• Role model outstanding friendly customer service.
• Maintain the department's appearance and presentation.
• Ensure department associates are properly trained by certified trainers.

Skills

People management

Customer service

Store operations

Decision making

Education

College degree or equivalent preferred

Certified Food Safety Manager accreditation

Job description

Hannaford Supermarkets is seeking a Department Manager to lead the assigned department, drive store performance, and develop associates. You will ensure quality standards, safety, and presentation while managing schedules and inventory in a dynamic retail environment.

The role emphasizes hiring and training, achieving financial objectives, and fostering a positive, customer-focused culture across the department. Solid leadership and operational knowledge are required to excel.