Assistant Center Store Manager - Overnight

Healthy Living • Saratoga Springs, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Center Store Manager is accountable for the efficient and effective execution of all operational functions within the Grocery Department, which includes Grocery Proper, Refrigerated, and Frozen categories. This role is responsible for leading the overnight team, ensuring seamless department operations, and maintaining high standards in merchandising, inventory management, and product quality. Key responsibilities include planning, coordinating, and supervising nightly workflows to optimize stocking, replenishment, and presentation of products. The Assistant Center Store Manager ensures all operational procedures are followed consistently, and that store readiness is achieved for the following day. In addition to operational excellence, the Manager is expected to model and promote a culture of “extra mile” hospitality, delivering genuine and compassionate service to all guests and fostering a positive team environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• At least 3 years of progressive supervisory experience
• At least 2 years produce/retail environment experience
• Previous leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of Natural Foods/Grocery industry
• Thorough and proven knowledge State and Federal Health Department standards for both health and sanitation
• Knowledge of local weights and measures guidelines
• Knowledge of inventory management and tracking shrink/theft/loss
• Proficient computer skills
• Creativity and passion for the product
• Strong leadership skills
• High energy and an ability to work in a demanding environment
• Self-management and an ability to remain calm under any stressful situation
• Ability to communicate with various types of people in various ways (written, verbal, demonstration)
• Organizational skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to analyze systems and procedures which provide for efficient and productive operations
• Approachability; works effectively and relates well with others
• Ability to manage conflicts and see them as opportunities
• Problem-solving abilities; resourcefulness
• Patience
• Reliability; regular and punctual attendance
• Ability to view the big picture; a mind that thinks broadly
• Ability to follow through on commitments and/or verbal instruction
• Acts as a team player
• Confidentiality
• Goes the extra mile for guests and maintains the highest standards of courteous, professional hospitality and service and sensitivity to customer’s and co-workers needs

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree
• Food costing and purchasing experience
• Strives to continually progress skill set and education and stay informed regarding new products and industry trends

Responsibilities

• Efficient and effective execution of all operational functions within the Grocery Department (Grocery Proper, Refrigerated, and Frozen categories).
• Leading the overnight team.
• Ensuring seamless department operations.
• Maintaining high standards in merchandising, inventory management, and product quality.
• Planning, coordinating, and supervising nightly workflows to optimize stocking, replenishment, and presentation of products.
• Ensuring all operational procedures are followed consistently.
• Achieving store readiness for the following day.
• Modeling and promoting a culture of “extra mile” hospitality.
• Delivering genuine and compassionate service to all guests.
• Fostering a positive team environment.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (75% paid by employer for single coverage)
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Health Spending Accounts
• Paid time off (2 weeks for full-time staff, additional week on 1st and 4th anniversary)
• Sick time (40 hours per year for part-time staff)
• Paid Maternity/Paternity time (up to 8 weeks)
• Generous store discount (20% off grocery, 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) with employer match (100% match on first 3%, 50% match on next 2%)
• Income advance program
• Free Celtics tickets

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED