Store Operations Lead: Assistant Manager

Hannaford Supermarkets; Windham (ME); On-site; USD 59,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Hannaford Supermarkets in North Windham, ME is seeking a Stores Operations Leader to act in the absence of the Store Manager. You will oversee daily store operations, drive financial and sales goals, and foster a collaborative culture that supports Hannaford's strategy.

You will lead and develop associates, ensure food safety accreditation, and maintain clear communication with the management team and store staff.

Qualifications

• College degree or Retail Management work experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of store operations and total store merchandising techniques.
• Effective interpersonal and organizational skills, as well as effective communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to lead and manage a team.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job. Ability to use technical information to solve problems.
• Ability and availability to work a schedule that meets business needs.
• Must be 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

• Responsible for the overall operation of the entire store in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Support the management and duties of Store operations to meet financial and sales goals.
• Build associate and customer relations and promote a strong culture in support of Hannaford Strategy.
• Maintain solid communications with the management team, all associates in the store and throughout the organization.
• Hire associates for Center Store operations and support hiring for total store, as needed.
• Provide the training and development of assigned associates, and support the developmental needs of store associates.
• Ensure effective work schedules to meet production and customer service standards as well as associates' needs.
• Assist in attaining financial objectives: sales, payroll percent gross margin, shrink, MPP net percent effectiveness, and control of other expenses.

Skills

Store operations

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Scheduling

Education

College degree or Retail Management work experience

Job description

Hannaford Supermarkets in North Windham, ME is seeking a Stores Operations Leader to act in the absence of the Store Manager. You will oversee daily store operations, drive financial and sales goals, and foster a collaborative culture that supports Hannaford's strategy.

You will lead and develop associates, ensure food safety accreditation, and maintain clear communication with the management team and store staff.