Grocery Manager

Grocery Manager

Why choose us? Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who's not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that's constantly evolving.

Main responsibilities:

Position Summary

The Grocery Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of the Grocery Department, ensuring exceptional customer service, operational excellence, inventory management, sales growth, and profitability. This role oversees department associates, manages inventory and merchandising programs, ensures compliance with company policies and food safety standards, and drives a customer-focused culture. The Grocery Manager is accountable for achieving financial goals while maintaining high standards of execution, productivity, and associate engagement.

Key Responsibilities Department Leadership & Operations

• Direct and oversee the daily operations of the Grocery Department.
• Ensure shelves, displays, and promotional areas are fully stocked, organized, and merchandised according to company standards.
• Maintain department readiness, cleanliness, and operational excellence.
• Develop and implement action plans to improve department performance.
• Coordinate activities with other store departments to ensure operational efficiency.

Leadership & Team Development

• Recruit, hire, train, coach, and develop grocery associates and department leaders.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback and development opportunities.
• Create and maintain schedules that support customer demand and labor goals.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, inclusion, and customer service excellence.
• Build succession plans and develop future department leaders.

Customer Service

• Foster a customer-first culture throughout the department.
• Ensure associates provide prompt, friendly, and knowledgeable service.
• Resolve customer concerns and implement effective solutions.
• Monitor customer satisfaction and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain department conditions that enhance the shopping experience.

Inventory Management & Merchandising

• Oversee ordering, receiving, inventory control, and replenishment activities.
• Monitor inventory levels to maximize in-stock conditions and sales opportunities.
• Ensure accurate pricing, signage, and promotional execution.
• Manage product rotation and freshness standards.
• Implement merchandising strategies that drive sales and customer engagement.

Financial Performance

• Achieve department sales, profit, labor, and shrink targets.
• Analyze department performance using sales reports and operational metrics.
• Control expenses through effective labor management and inventory practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Support company initiatives designed to increase sales and productivity.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety standards, regulatory requirements, and operating procedures.
• Promote workplace safety and maintain a safe environment for associates and customers.
• Support loss prevention initiatives and shrink reduction programs.
• Ensure timely completion of required audits, inspections, and documentation.
• Maintain compliance with inventory control and receiving procedures.

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve