Bakery/Starbucks Ops Specialist

Position Purpose:

Monitors, enforces, and supports execution of the Market merchandising plan for their department in assigned stores.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Travels to assigned stores working with the Department Manager and staff to share merchandising plans for departments to meet sales, gross and labor targets
• Works with and counsels department Managers and Store Directors in all aspects of product merchandising and customer service
• Visits stores and evaluates on overall department presentation, cleanliness and compliance to company policy and procedures
• Develops and maintains training programs that will ensure the availability of qualified associates to fill respective departments’ positions in the company
• Participates in departmental and regional sales meetings
• Oversees departmental sales, labor and gross profit reporting from assigned stores
• Implements new merchandising programs and strategies and makes sure department staff is properly trained
• Monitors competitor activities
• Assists in opening new and remodeled stores
• Provides merchandising input back to Market Sales Managers and Assistant Sales Managers
• Measurers: Store level performance through department sales, gross profit and labor percent.
• Executes plans measured through store visits, reviewing results of plans, and observing store department conditions
• Determines success of training programs by reviewing and assessing evaluations
• Provide work guidance to store associates in areas such as product knowledge, sales and marketing techniques, understanding of profit and loss and compliance with company policies
• Trains department managers on the basics of the business and managing their department
• Provides input to Store Director on Store Department Manager evaluation

Qualifications: The following are preferred :

Education Level:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field and/or previous experience in merchandising of assigned product area and retail sales experience preferred.

• Graduate of the Retail Management Certificate Program preferred.

Experience Level:

• Store Director, Assistant Store Director, or Department Manager experience

Skills and Experiences:

• Possess good written and verbal communication skills and deal effectively with a wide variety of people both in person and over the phone.

• Possess a marketing orientation, good analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Possess math skills to complete straightforward analysis.

• Possess strong leadership skills with the ability to lead and motivate others without directly supervising.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled environment

• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal

• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment in the course of normal workday

• Store visits involve regular standing, walking, climbing stairs and movement in and around machinery and hazardous equipment, as well as backstage receiving and production areas

• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties

• Position may require some travel (up to 75%), including occasional weekend travel

• Workday is fast paced and stressful

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 75%+ of time is spent traveling.

The pay range is $80,170 to $110,110 per year. Starting rates will vary based on things like location, experience, qualifications and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Dependent on length of service, hours worked and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay (accrued based on hours worked), PTO/Vacation pay (accrued based on hours worked), paid holidays (between 7-9 days annually), bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility).

Closing Date: September 21, 2026

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. The Company is committed to complying with all local, state, and federal regulations.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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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Pay Transparency:

Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay (accrued based on hours worked), PTO/Vacation Pay (accrued based on hours worked) or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays (8-9 days annually), bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility). [If applicable:] Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus. ​