Assistant Store Manager

Overview The Perishable Manager is the primary subject matter expert at store level for all perishable departments, including Bakery, Deli, Meat/Seafood, and Produce. The role involves overseeing these departments, ensuring operational recommendations regarding people, process, partners, and performance are communicated to the Store Manager in a timely manner, and exercising decision‑making authority in the Store Manager’s absence. The manager also assists with daily store operations, plans and prepares work schedules, supervises team members, and ensures compliance with security, sales, and record‑keeping procedures. Work hours may include nights, weekends, and holidays, and flexibility in store assignment is required. Handling large sums of cash in compliance with company standards is part of the role. Essential Job Functions Greets customers and maintains good customer relations. Supports overall store operations and has responsibility for all perishable departments. Manages perishable inventories by tracking weekly sales reports and ordering products to meet customer requirements and the company’s gross profit goals. Assumes full responsibility for all phases of store operations in the absence of the Store Manager. Identifies areas for service improvement and implements process changes. Provides constructive suggestions, sets performance expectations, and offers developmental opportunities. Develops and implements merchandising plans, creates attractive displays, and promotes new and sales items. Supports the Store Manager in strategies to improve product placement and appearance. Monitors display accuracy and ensures products are properly displayed and in stock. Ensures proper back‑room inventory levels; maintains records to calculate gross monthly profits. Assists with health, safety, and sanitation issues to comply with OSHA and company standards. Ensures legal compliance and adherence to company policies. Forecasts, schedules, and monitors labor to align with sales and productivity guidelines and wage budgets. Oversees training of all perishable department team members to reduce turnover and improve efficiency. Coordinates marketing plans with other departments to meet financial objectives. Maintains accurate department records on performance, discipline, and sales plans. Performs staff duties as required. Communicates sales goals, department performance, and opportunities to staff. Manages store maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation. Oversees cash handling and accounting; secures the store. Focuses on customer satisfaction and ensures superior service. Maintains positive relationships with reports, peers, supervisors, suppliers, and customers. Motivates staff to achieve common objectives and models a positive attitude. Writes reports for accidents or incidents and processes them per company procedures. Reviews daily receipt reports and weekly/monthly cash reports. Handles emergencies, crises, and problems arising during the day. Maintains effective contact with all levels involved in store operations. Ensures dates on merchandise are checked and expired food is pulled off shelves per Sprouts procedures. Ensures specials and items advertised in flyers are available. Develops and trains future leaders. Other related duties as assigned. Qualifications 1-3 years retail management experience. Preferred degree in business, management, marketing, retailing, communications, advertising, liberal arts, or related field. Experience and/or exposure to perishable departmental operations. Strong communication skills, written and verbal. Strong attention to detail and analytical skills. Solid problem‑solving skills and decisiveness. Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates. Proven leadership ability to build, motivate, and maintain staff. Forklift or power‑jack training and experience. Appropriate food handler’s certificate/permit. Ability to handle stressful situations. Organization and planning skills. Able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks. Ability to delegate effectively. Computer skills: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel). Physical Requirements Exposed to moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, and extreme cold. Fast‑paced working environment. Lift moderately heavy loads up to 75 lbs. Ability to bend, reach, kneel, and squat. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to push/pull heavy loads. Benefits Competitive pay Sick time plan to support personal and immediate family health Vacation accrual plan Career growth opportunities 15% discount for you and one other family member on all purchases at Sprouts Flexible schedules Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company match Company‑paid life insurance Contests and appreciation events throughout the year with prizes, food, and fun Eligibility Requirements May Apply For The Following Benefits Bonus based on company and/or individual performance Affordable benefit coverage (medical, dental, vision) Health Savings Account with company match Pre‑tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care Company‑paid short‑term disability coverage Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers Paid holidays DailyPay Sprouts Farmers Market offers DailyPay – eligible employees can transfer earned money at no extra cost and receive it the next business day, free of charge. Visit to learn more. Equal Opportunity Employer The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Sprouts’ management reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements as necessary. Sprouts will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance. California Residents: We collect information in accordance with California law. All qualifications and requirements comply with applicable labor laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sprouts Farmers Market