Store Leadership Trainee: Elevate Operations & Service

Food Lion; Blakely (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer in Blakely, Georgia, seeks a Store Operations Manager to support management and ensure optimal store performance. Responsibilities include hiring and training associates, promoting a customer-focused culture, and complying with all safety and food safety standards. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills, along with relevant experience in a retail environment. A college degree or equivalent and certification in food safety are preferred for this role.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of store operations and merchandising techniques.
• Ability to lead and manage associates across multiple departments.
• Must be accredited as a Certified Food Safety Manager within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Support store operations to meet financial and sales goals.
• Hire, train, and develop associates.
• Manage performance and promote a strong store culture.
• Ensure compliance with safety and food safety standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Leadership

Organizational skills

Education

College degree or equivalent

Department Manager experience

Tools

Computer systems

Handheld computers

Job description

A leading grocery retailer in Blakely, Georgia, seeks a Store Operations Manager to support management and ensure optimal store performance. Responsibilities include hiring and training associates, promoting a customer-focused culture, and complying with all safety and food safety standards. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills, along with relevant experience in a retail environment. A college degree or equivalent and certification in food safety are preferred for this role.