Acme Store Director-Boonton, NJ

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. All SD’s must be willing and able to work and train at any store within the district where they are hired. The stores within this NJ based district include: Midland Park, Mahwah, Fort Lee, Denville, Jersey City (18th St & Rt 440), Allendale, Oak Ridge, Boonton, Hoboken, Montclair, Edgewater, Blairstown, West NY, Saddle Brook, Vernon, and Mt. Freedom. Pay transparency: The current starting salary range is $88,400 to $148,000 annually. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. Associates in this position are also eligible for a quarterly bonus based on the store's performance. The total compensation 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 more. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Communication: Lead, motivate, and develop associates through consistent coaching and recognition. Facilitate weekly planning sessions with Assistant Store Director(s) and Department Managers to align the team with goals and priorities. Cascade information effectively to ensure everyone is equipped to succeed, through daily morning and evening team huddles. Delegate tasks to team members empowering them to take ownership, engagement and fostering a sense of accountability. Communicate transparently and regularly with all levels of the team to foster clarity and trust. Team Building & Talent Development: Develop Store Management team by identifying skill gaps and create tailored development plans to enhance leadership capabilities career growth. Coach and mentor leaders regularly, providing actionable feedback, stretch assignments, and growth opportunities that foster confidence, accountability, and continuous improvement. Partner with Assistant Store Director(s) to make strategic hiring decisions that align with current and future talent needs, ensuring balanced coverage and team strength. Build diverse, high-performing teams by recruiting individuals with varied backgrounds, skillsets, and perspectives. Actively engage in community outreach to attract local talent and create meaningful opportunities for associates to give back, reinforcing a sense of purpose and connection. Foster a culture of belonging and shared success by setting clear expectations, celebrating team wins, and aligning everyone around common goals and values. Drive associate retention and engagement through intentional relationship-building, career pathing, and the removal of barriers to advancement—ensuring every associate feels seen, supported, and set up for success. Sales Culture & Customer Connection: Inspire a customer-first mindset by setting a clear vision that aligns every associate’s actions with the goal of delivering exceptional service and driving sales through meaningful customer interactions. Lead the execution of a localized merchandising strategy that reflects community preferences, enhances product discoverability, and influences purchasing decisions to elevate the overall store experience. Leverage customer insights and feedback from both physical and digital channels to identify emerging trends, improve service delivery, and tailor the shopping experience to individual preferences. Foster a culture of recognition and accountability, where exceptional selling behaviors and customer-centric actions are celebrated and directly tied to performance outcomes. Equip associates with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to anticipate customer needs, personalize service, and consistently exceed sales and service expectations. Champion a frictionless customer journey by integrating in-store and online operations—ensuring product availability, service consistency, and a cohesive brand experience across all touchpoints. Operational Excellence: Partner with Human Resources, Operations Specialists, Sales Teams and other key supporting backstage functions within the organization to deploy the appropriate resources in support of achieving shared goals. Readily understands and utilizes P&L, sales, purchases, labor and cost reporting to impact results. Own workforce management by scheduling to meet customer demand to optimize coverage while controlling labor. Ensure store readiness for an exceptional customer experience by conducting daily walkthroughs to uphold visual merchandising standards, cleanliness, and overall presentation. Obtain necessary licenses needed for store operations such as Food Safety and Sanitation License. Ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies and procedures, including but not limited to cash handling, security, safety, consumer protection, sanitation, wage and hour, etc. Maintain appropriate professional relationships with union officials, and ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreement provisions, if applicable. Take responsibility for outcomes and empower teams to act with pride and accountability. Qualifications 3 to 5 years of progressive retail leadership experience, preferably in grocery, retail, or service industries. High school diploma or equivalent required; college bachelor’s degree preferred. Proven success in team development, sales growth, and operational strategy. Strong analytical, communication, and coaching skills. Experience with workforce management tools and financial analysis platforms. Passion for inclusive leadership, coaching, and community engagement. This is not an all-inclusive list of duties, functions, or physical requirements of the job. Benefits Competitive wages paid weekly 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 A copy of the full job description can be made available to you. #J-18808-Ljbffr Acme Markets