Head Stocker

Job Description

Position Summary
The Head Stocker is responsible for leading the stocking team and ensuring the sales floor and backroom are fully stocked, organized, and maintained to company standards. This role oversees product replenishment, supports inventory control, and drives efficient execution to ensure the store is ready for customers at all times.
Key Responsibilities Stocking & Merchandising

• Lead all stocking activities including unloading, breaking down, and stocking deliveries
• Ensure shelves are consistently full, faced, and organized according to company standards
• Execute planograms, resets, and promotional displays accurately
• Maintain clean and properly organized aisles, displays, and backroom areas

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise, train, and coach stockers to meet productivity and quality expectations
• Assign daily tasks and monitor completion to ensure workload is finished on time
• Promote a team-focused environment centered on accountability and efficiency
• Act as a key contact for store leadership regarding stocking operations

Inventory & Backroom Organization

• Ensure accurate product rotation and proper placement of inventory (FIFO)
• Maintain an organized backroom for efficient product flow and accessibility
• Identify out-of-stocks, overstocks, and potential shrink issues
• Assist with inventory counts and reconciliation processes

Operational Efficiency

• Monitor productivity and adjust workflow or staffing to meet goals
• Ensure all deliveries are processed quickly and accurately
• Support continuous improvement in stocking procedures and efficiency

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce all safety policies, including proper equipment use (pallet jacks, carts, etc.)
• Maintain a clean and hazard-free work environment
• Follow all company policies and operational procedures

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous stocking or grocery experience required
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks for extended periods

Work Environment

• Fast-paced retail setting
• May include early mornings, evenings, or overnight shifts
• Flexible scheduling including weekends and holidays

Success Factors

• Strong leadership and accountability
• High level of organization and attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines and drive productivity
• Commitment to store presentation and operational excellence

About Us

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!


Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw's, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson's Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico's Community Markets, King's, Balducci's, and Albertson's Market Street.


Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company's success.


Bring your flavor


Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

Disclaimer


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.


Albertsons is an 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 on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.


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About the Team

Pay Transparency:

Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on things like location, experience, qualifications, and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Dependent on length of service, hours worked, any applicable collective bargaining agreement and/or Company policy, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay*, PTO/Vacation pay*, paid holidays*, bereavement pay and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility). Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus, subject to Company bonus plans. Applications are accepted on an on-going basis.

*For roles in Washington State: Sick pay and PTO/Vacation pay are accrued based on hours worked and paid holidays are issued at 7-9 days annually.