Assistant Store Director- ACME, Fairfield, CT - Military Veterans
at Albertsons
The Assistant Store Director (ASD) is actively involved in and provides friendly, courteous, and helpful customer service daily. The ASD is also responsible for assisting the Store Director (SD) with the total operations of the store and performs various duties personally or through supervision of store employees (100+ bargaining unit and non-contract employees).
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All ASD's must be willing and able to work and train at any store within the district where they are hired. The stores within this district include: Bronxville, McLean Ave (Yonkers), Patterson, Greenburgh, New Rochelle, Yorktown Heights, Thornwood, Mohegan Lake, Brewster, Goldens Bridge, Hopewell Junction, Mahopac, Shrub Oak, Rye Brook, Briarcliff Manor, Pleasant Valley, Stamford, New Canaan, Riverside, and Greenwich.
Pay Transparency: The salary range is $68k to $78k annually with quarterly bonus potential. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates. The total comp package yearly can include 12 days PTO, 40 hrs of sick time, 6 recognized holidays, 401k match of up to 7%, Pet insurance, EPA benefits, and so much more!
The ASD manages the entire store with the authority to operate the store at maximum efficiency during the absence of the SD. The ASD is responsible for the supervision of all store employees. This includes orienting new employees, training and developing, scheduling and payroll, performance evaluation, and personnel actions (e.g., hiring, promoting, disciplining, etc.). Our ASD's also performs or delegates security and cash control procedures, the handling of customer complaints, the reporting of accidents/injuries, the maintenance of sanitation standards, office and accounting functions, the maintenance of in-stock conditions, and ensuring communication between departments and among store personnel.
Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Overall management responsibility for operation of retail grocery store during absence of the Store Director, including store performance, control of cash, inventory and security, customer services, and management of staff.
Track, analyze and take action to improve store performance by forecasting weekly/daily sales goals and meeting or exceeding established goals.
Communicate sales goals, department performance and sales opportunities with staff to ensure positive results.
Forecast, schedule, and monitor labor to be consistent with store sales and productivity guidelines and wage budgets; create action plan to address cost control issues.
Support Store Director with development and direction in the execution of strategies to improve product placement and appearance.
Monitor display accuracy and appearance to implement promotions. Ensure that products are properly displayed and ordered in a manner to maintain in-stock conditions.
Manage issues relating to store maintenance, cleanliness, safety and sanitation.
Oversee and monitor handling of cash and accounting; ensure store is secured.
Prioritize, plan, and coordinate work activities, and manage time and resources so that work objectives are met.
Ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies and procedures, including check cashing, security, safety, sanitation, wage and hour, etc.
Focus on customer satisfaction and needs; ensure that employees provide customers with superior customer service through use of best practices and communication of the importance of superior customer service.
Select, train, develop, and manage job performance of store employees, with assistance of other management personnel.
Provide constructive suggestions and encouragement, set performance expectations, provide honest feedback, and identify assignments to provide others with developmental opportunities.
Maintain appropriate professional relationships with union officials and ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreement provisions if applicable.
Preserve positive working relationships with direct reports, peers, supervisors, suppliers, and customers effectively handling complex or difficult situations involving others.
Motivate others to perform the job and work towards common objectives. Serve as a role model to others instilling a positive attitude in his/her employees.
May perform other management duties to keep the store functioning effectively at all times.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum of one year of assistant manager experience responsible for managing a department/team within a multi-department operation within the retail or service industry - OR - Two years' experience as a department manager with responsibility for managing a department/team within a multi-department operation within the retail or high-volume service industry
High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree is preferred
Strong customer service and supervisory skills
Perishable inventory management (no exceptions)
Solid understanding of overall store operations
Proven ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills
Will be required to repeatedly use hands, arms, legs, and feet for sustained action (e.g. walking around the store, stocking, rotating product).
Ability to stand 100% of the shift and work in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Schedule writing
Inventory Ordering
Shrink Management
2+ Years experience in a food-based industry
Union experience
Travel: May be required to travel for training or participation in corporate programs and focus groups. Additionally, travel to other stores to assist when necessary, may be required. Respond to: Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume by visiting: www.albertsonscompanies.com/careers
Schedules: With many of our stores operating 24 hours per day, interested applicants must allow for a variety of shifts and long hours including nights, holidays, and weekends. Days off during the work week are seldom taken consecutively. As an Assistant Store Director, a significant portion of your day will be spent on the sales floor managing employees and interacting with customers.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.
Albertsons Companies - Equal Opportunity Employer
Stamford, CT
Albertsons Companies is a leading food and drug retailer that operates stores across 34 states and the District of Columbia with more than 20 well-known banners including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw's, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carrs, Kings Food Markets and Balducci's Food Lovers Market. The Company is committed to helping people across the country live better lives by making a meaningful difference, neighborhood by neighborhood.
We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen and enrich our stores, our company, and our society. Diversity, equity, and inclusion is a component of our programs for recruitment, development and training of associates and leaders. We provide opportunities for each person in our company to contribute their ideas, talents, and enthusiasm to the company’s success. Associates can participate in various associate resource and network groups, such as Women’s Inspiration and Inclusion Network (WIIN), Hispanic Leadership Network, Asian Network, Albertsons African American Leadership Council, and Albertsons Pride Alliance.
Who We Are Looking For
Albertsons companies is seeking transitioning military service members, military veterans and military spouses across the country who are looking to join an amazing company with a dynamic atmosphere that helps you learn and grow in all interest areas. We offer an inclusive and diverse culture where leaders become lifelong allies, as well as amazing health and wellness benefits to keep you at your best- all with competitive compensation!
Should I Apply?
Our diverse roles are nation-wide and provide opportunities in specialties such as:
· Store operations
· Warehouse
· Pharmacy
· Manufacturing
· Digital atmosphere
· Technology
· Corporate
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