Assistant Center Store Manager - Wellness

Healthy Living•Town of Halfmoon, NY

7d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Be part of something new! Healthy Living is opening a new store in Clifton Park and is seeking an experienced Assistant Center Store Manager – Wellness to join our team! This is an exciting opportunity to help launch a brand-new store while supporting a dynamic department and creating an exceptional guest experience from day one. The Assistant Center Store Manager – Wellness supports the daily operations of the Wellness department, including merchandising, inventory management, replenishment buying, and vendor relationships. Working closely with the Center Store Manager, this role helps lead and develop department staff through hiring, training, coaching, and ongoing support while maintaining high standards for product quality, presentation, and guest service. The Assistant Center Store Manager utilizes Healthy Living's ordering systems, inventory tools, auto-order programs, cycle counts, and data reports to support accurate purchasing decisions, inventory control, and budget goals. This role also serves as a key partner to the Center Store Manager and Category Manager by providing insight into department operations, product performance, and guest feedback. Success in this role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for delivering Healthy Living's signature "extra mile" hospitality.

Requirements

At least 2 years of management or progressive supervisory experience
At least 2 years of retail experience, preferably in grocery or natural foods
Previous buying, inventory management, or related experience
Experience working with local products is preferred
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

Support the daily operation of the Wellness department and maintain an organized, guest-ready sales floor.
Lead, coach, train, and develop department staff while fostering a positive team culture.
Manage replenishment ordering, inventory accuracy, cycle counts, shrink, and vendor relationships.
Maintain merchandising standards, product presentation, pricing, and signage.
Deliver exceptional guest service and provide product knowledge and recommendations.
Monitor product performance, sales trends, and inventory needs while communicating opportunities to the Category Manager.
Maintain food safety, cleanliness, and compliance with company standards.
Assist with hiring, onboarding, performance management, and staff development.
Collaborate with store leadership and cross-functional teams to achieve department and store goals.
Attend required meetings, trainings, and support new store initiatives.

Benefits

Health Insurance (we pay 75% you pay 25% for single health benefits)
Dental and Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Flex Spending Accounts
Health Spending Accounts
Paid time off (Full time staff receive 2 weeks, gain additional week on 1st and 4th anniversary)
Sick time (Part time staff receive 40 hours of sick time a year)
Paid Maternity/Paternity time, up to 8 weeks paid time off!
Generous store discount: 20% off grocery, 20% off hot bar/salad bar/coffee and juice bar, 10% off beer, 20% off wine, 30% off vitamins/supplements
Half price one month bus passes
401(k): 100% match of the first 3% of the staff member’s contribution. 50% match on the staff member’s contribution above 3% and up to 5%. Staff are 100% vested in Healthy Living’s contribution from day one
Income advance program with North Country Federal Credit Union - AKA a loan program, another way we help you get money!
Free Celtics tickets