Grocery Manager

Overview Does being in charge of multiple, customer-focused departments sound like a role you would fit perfectly in? Does being responsible for a total team sound like it’s up your alley? Do you have a passion for delivering an extraordinary customer service experience while working in a fast paced and friendly environment? If the thought of helping people make healthy choices in one of the fastest growing retailers is up your alley – then we need you to join our winning team at Sprouts Farmers Market as a Grocery Manager! Overview of Responsibilities At Sprouts Farmers Market, the Grocery Manager is responsible for the sales and operation of multiple departments including Grocery, Dairy, Frozen Food, and the Beer/Wine. Ensure products are handled properly, rotated to ensure freshness, and date controls are performed. Control costs by monitoring and improving operations to increase profitability – manage labor costs and reduce loss due to shrink, damage, and pilferage. Assist in the preparation of the store for physical inventory counts. Assist or oversee the unloading of trucks, verifies deliveries against invoices, notes shortages and overages, and reports them to the appropriate supplier. Manage ordering, compliance, sanitation, back‑room inventory, and department safety. Engage and evaluate team members through coaching, feedback, and one‑on‑one development discussions, and recommend merit increases through bi‑annual performance reviews. Regularly attend and participate in in‑store meetings. Recruit, hire, and make promotion or transfer decisions in collaboration with the Store Manager. Exercise independent judgment to address Team Member concerns. Take and document corrective actions when needed, including collaboration with business and HR partners in managing performance such as coaching, counseling, progressive discipline, suspension, or termination. Ensure maximum productivity and efficiency by creating and adjusting schedules and staffing levels. Communicate standards, expectations, policy changes, and product knowledge to team members. Lead a team that collaborates to deliver the finest product quality, highest level of service, and the greatest customer experience. Serve as a Key Carrier for the store and/or act as Manager on Duty (MOD) as needed. Qualifications At least 18 years of age and possess 1 year of managerial or supervisory experience that includes responsibility for managing a department or team within a multi‑department operation in the retail, hospitality, or service industry. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to give and receive direction in a team environment. Outgoing, friendly behavior, a positive attitude, and the ability to interact with customers. Proven leadership ability to build, motivate, and maintain staff while having working knowledge of personnel reports, margin reports, weekly sales numbers, and financial goals. Strong focus on detail, analytical, and problem‑solving skills. Food Safety certification and the ability to ensure all federal, state, and company regulations and standards for product freshness, food safety, weights and measures, store safety, employee safety, refrigeration, and sanitation are met. Strong organization and planning skills; able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks. Ability to vertically transfer milk trays weighing up to 60 lbs. from 9 in. to 62 in., and to transfer boxes weighing up to 50 lbs. from 5 in. to 34 in. for a distance of up to 5 ft., for up to 25 hours without mechanical assistance. Ability to repeatedly squat, kneel, and bend to access a point 5 in. from the floor for up to 30 hours. Flexible schedule – willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Working knowledge of personnel reports, margin reports, weekly sales numbers, and financial goals. Pay Range The pay range for this position is $20.50 – $32.80 per hour. Sprouts Farmers Market determines pay based on applicable experience and qualifications of the applicant. Benefits Competitive pay Sick time plan to support you and your immediate family’s health Vacation accrual plan Opportunities for career growth 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 a generous company match Company‑paid life insurance Contests and appreciation events with prizes, food, and fun Bonus based on company and/or individual performance Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental, and 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 Get Paid Every Day! Sprouts Farmers Market offers DailyPay – if you’re hired as an eligible employee, you’ll be able to transfer the money you’ve already earned at no extra cost and get it the next business day for free. You can see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday. Visit for more information. Why Sprouts Grow with us! If you have a passion for inspiring people and a flair for fresh food, consider applying for a job at Sprouts! With a focus on customer service, our neighborhood grocery stores offer high‑quality, farm‑fresh produce, natural meats, plenty of scoop‑your‑own bulk goods, and much more in a fun, friendly, old‑fashioned farmer’s market setting. Come grow your career in healthy living with a fast‑paced, rapidly growing company and teams that pride themselves on empowering others along their journey. At Sprouts, we’re committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and caring workplace culture. Our Team Member Resource Groups (TMRGs) create spaces for connection, support, and growth. Every team member is welcome to join one or more of our five groups: Inspiring Women at Sprouts; Rainbow Alliance at Sprouts; Sabor at Sprouts; Soul at Sprouts; Honored to Serve at Sprouts. Together, these groups celebrate diversity and empower our team to thrive. Sprouts will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance. California Residents: We collect information in accordance with California law, please see here for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr