Assistant Store Director

Job Description Safeway has an opening for an Assistant Store Director. Responsibilities Overall management responsibility for the operation of a retail grocery store during absence of the Store Director, including store performance, control of cash, inventory and security, customer service, and management of staff Primarily responsible for operation of the store’s Front End, including supervising the front end manager and directing, disciplining and evaluating the performance of the front end clerks 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 Manage display accuracy and appearance to implement promotions, ensuring that products are properly displayed and ordered to maintain in‑stock conditions Manage issues relating to store maintenance, cleanliness, safety and sanitation Oversee and manage handling of cash and accounting, ensuring store security Prioritize, plan, and coordinate work activities, managing time and resources so that work objectives are timely met Ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies, including money handling, check cashing, security, food safety, worker and customer safety, sanitation, consumer protection laws, and timely wage payment Focus on customer satisfaction and needs, ensuring employees provide superior customer service through best practices, training and coaching Handle customer and employee complaints, making decisions to resolve all complaints in the best possible manner for the customer or employee and the business Select, train, develop, and manage job performance of store employees, with input from other management personnel; recommend hiring and disciplinary action up to and including termination Provide constructive suggestions and encouragement, set performance expectations, give honest feedback, and identify assignments to provide developmental opportunities Maintain appropriate professional relationship with union officials, ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreement provisions, if applicable Maintain 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, complying with company policies and procedures to serve as a role model Responsible for interviewing and selecting applicants for hire and promotion Manage the Safety Program, overseeing compliance with the company’s safety standards and Hazardous Waste Program Qualifications Education Level: High School Diploma (or equivalent) required; College degree preferred. Four or more years retail or managerial experience required. Retail grocery experience preferred. One year of Assistant Manager work experience with responsibility for managing a department/team within a multi‑department operation in the retail, hospitality, or service industry required, or two years of Department Manager experience with similar responsibility required. Strong planning and organizational skills; strong math and analytical skills. Demonstrated prior customer service and supervisory skills or related experience. Strong understanding of overall retail store operations. Strong leadership and communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to make quality decisions while working under time constraints. Ability to get along with others. Travel Requirements None. Physical Environment Ability to sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time. Ability to reach, lift, stack, and maneuver objects of varying dimensions and weights up to approximately 55 lbs. May spend long periods of time at desk or computer terminal. May use calculators, keyboards, telephone, computers and other office equipment during normal workday. Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of some job duties. Workday is fast paced; holiday, evening and weekend work may be required. Benefits Competitive pay with weekly payroll. Comprehensive benefits for eligible associates, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and more. Paid time off: vacation, holidays, and sick leave. Career growth and development supported by leaders who invest in your success. Inclusive, collaborative work environment with colleagues who reflect the communities we serve. Equal Opportunity Employer This company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. Pay Transparency Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/Vacation Pay or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility). Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus. #J-18808-Ljbffr