Safeway Assistant Store Director- Mount Airy, Maryland

In this role you will lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. You will work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving. Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To Overall management responsibility for operation of retail grocery store during absence of the Store Director, including store performance, control of cash, inventory and security, customer services, and management of staff. Track, analyze and take action to improve store performance by forecasting of 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. Monitor display accuracy and appearance to implement promotions. Ensure that products are properly displayed and ordered in a manner to maintain in‑stock conditions. Manage issues relating to store maintenance, cleanliness, safety and sanitation. Oversee and monitor handling of cash and accounting; ensure store is secured. Prioritize, plan, and coordinate work activities, and manage time and resources so that work objectives are met. Ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies and procedures, including check cashing, security, safety, sanitation, wage and hour, etc. Focus on customer satisfaction and needs; ensure that employees provide customers with superior customer service through use of best practices and communication of the importance of superior customer service. Select, train, develop, and manage job performance of store employees, with assistance of other management personnel. Provide constructive suggestions and encouragement, set performance expectations, provide honest feedback, and identify assignments to provide others with developmental opportunities. Maintain appropriate professional relationship with union officials and ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreement provisions if applicable. Preserve 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. Serve as a role model to others instilling a positive attitude in employees. May perform other management duties to keep the store functioning effectively at all times. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree is preferred. Strong customer service and supervisory skills. Solid understanding of overall store operations. Proven ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills. Will be required to repeatedly use hands, arms, legs, and feet for sustained action (e.g. walking around the store, stocking, rotating product). Ability to stand 100% of the shift and work in a fast‑paced environment. Travel May be required to travel for training or participation in corporate programs and focus groups. Additionally, travel to other stores to assist, when necessary, may be required. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume by visiting Schedules With many of our stores operating 24 hours per day, interested applicants must allow for a variety of shifts and long hours including nights, holidays, and weekends. Days off during the work week are seldom taken consecutively. As an Assistant Store Director, a sizable portion of your day will be spent on the sales floor managing employees and interacting with customers. Pay Transparency The pay range is $68k to $104,000 but no less than the local minimum wage. Starting rates will vary based on location, experience, qualifications, and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement. 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. Albertsons Companies - Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Safeway