Store Leader: Operations, People & Growth

Food Lion; Jonesville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Food Lion in Jonesville, NC is seeking a Store Manager to oversee total store operations, meet or exceed financial and sales goals, and build strong relations with associates and customers in the community.

You will lead the implementation of corporate initiatives, ensure compliance with laws and company policies, safeguard assets, recruit and develop talent, and maintain a safe, welcoming store environment that reflects Food Lion's guiding principles.

Qualifications

• College graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Solid understanding of store operations.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication and customer service skills.
• Ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Ability to lead and direct others.
• Must meet minimum age requirements to perform specific job functions.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Accredited by the National Registry of Food Safety Professionals or similar accrediting organization as a "Certified Food Safety Manager" or will be required to attend company provided training and have the ability to achieve accreditation within the first 90 days of employment; Accreditation must be maintained while employed in a position requiring accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Maximize all resources (physical, human, and financial) that will enable the store to achieve financial objectives while maximizing sales potential and growing the customer base.
• Lead the implementation of both store specific and corporate initiatives by setting high standards, proper planning, and delegation.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws, company policies, and standard practices.
• Apply and expand industry and market knowledge to create and improve competitive position.
• Provide leadership and motivation within the store to promote a culture reflective of our Guiding Principles, Core Values, Vision, and Strategy.
• Provide a safe, secure, and pleasant environment for customers and associates.
• Ensure that proper control of all store funds and company assets is maintained.
• Foster a positive environment which anticipates and satisfies needs of associates and customers and establishes the store as a valued member in the community.
• Value differences (mirror the diversity in the community)
• Assure the recruiting and selection of the best qualified candidates to meet identified store talent needs.
• Recognize, evaluate, and develop associates to balance business objectives and individual needs.
• Treat all store information with strict confidentiality.
• Provide recognition of accomplishments and offer constructive counseling, when necessary, as it relates to achieving customer satisfaction and service while building store sales.
• Understand and use company tools such as financial reports, average cost inventory system (ACIS), scheduling, productivity, ordering (CAO), and business information systems.
• Understand and utilize the Profit and Loss (P&L)
• Maintain an action plan on all associates identified as not meeting the productivity standards of performance or exceeding shrink controls, implement training and accountability as needed.
• Successfully complete Computer Based Training (CBT), Training Packet, and Training Aid courses.
• Perform all other duties and projects as assigned

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

College degree or equivalent

Certified Food Safety Manager credential

Job description

Food Lion in Jonesville, NC is seeking a Store Manager to oversee total store operations, meet or exceed financial and sales goals, and build strong relations with associates and customers in the community.

You will lead the implementation of corporate initiatives, ensure compliance with laws and company policies, safeguard assets, recruit and develop talent, and maintain a safe, welcoming store environment that reflects Food Lion's guiding principles.