Store Leader

Manpower, Inc.; Morton (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Grocery Retail in Morton, IL is seeking a Store Leader to oversee day-to-day store operations and drive customer experience, sales, and compliance. You will lead, train, and coach store associates, implement merchandising initiatives, and collaborate with field teams to meet budgets and performance targets.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, accountability, and a commitment to inclusion, safety, and high ethical standards in daily execution.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience with satisfactory performance appraisals as an assistant store leader or in another position at the same pay level or above.
• Successful completion of the applicable division’s Leadership Essentials Program.
• Experience overseeing financial responsibilities, including budget preparation and management (desired).
• 3+ years of retail experience and 3+ years of experience as an assistant store leader (desired).

Responsibilities

• Lead daily assessments of the store’s ability to meet and exceed customer expectations for ease of shopping, variety, freshness, cleanliness, food safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage overall day-to-day store operations, including training and developing store associates to achieve desired sales and profit results.
• Coach and develop store associates through both formal and informal interactions, reinforcing a culture of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.
• Drive merchandising and operational initiatives to ensure the store is customer-ready every day.
• Achieve and exceed weekly, period, and annual sales, revenue, and profit budgets while reducing shrink and improving each department’s contribution.

Skills

Leadership

Customer focus

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Leadership Essentials Program

Job description

Our client, Grocery Retail is seeking a Store Leader to join their team. As a Store Leader, you will be part of the Store Operations supporting the Store Team(s). The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, a customer-first mindset, and the ability to drive results through day-to-day execution, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Store Leader

Location: Morton, IL

Pay Range: $95,000 - $105,000 + Generous Bonus

What's the Job?

• Lead daily assessments of the store’s ability to meet and exceed customer expectations for ease of shopping, variety, freshness, cleanliness, food safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage overall day-to-day store operations, including training and developing store associates to achieve desired sales and profit results.
• Coach and develop store associates through both formal and informal interactions, reinforcing a culture of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.
• Drive merchandising and operational initiatives to ensure the store is customer-ready every day.
• Achieve and exceed weekly, period, and annual sales, revenue, and profit budgets while reducing shrink and improving each department’s contribution.

What's Needed?

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience with satisfactory performance appraisals as an assistant store leader or in another position at the same pay level or above.
• Successful completion of the applicable division’s Leadership Essentials Program.
• Experience overseeing financial responsibilities, including budget preparation and management (desired).
• 3+ years of retail experience and 3+ years of experience as an assistant store leader (desired).

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to lead store operations with a clear focus on customer experience, compliance, and performance.
• Support from field merchandising teams to help departments achieve financial goals and execute division marketing plans.
• Accountability and autonomy to build action plans that improve store execution and results.
• A leadership role centered on inclusionary leadership and expectations for inclusive behavior.
• Clear expectations for coaching, feedback, and performance management for associates and direct reports.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)