Assistant Grocery Manager

Albertsons Companies • Dallas, TX

5d

About The Position

The Assistant Grocery Manager supports the Grocery Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the Grocery Department. The role helps ensure effective merchandising, inventory control, customer service, labor management, and operational execution. The Assistant Grocery Manager leads department associates, maintains merchandising standards, and helps achieve sales, profitability, and productivity goals while supporting a positive shopping experience.

The position assists with department operations, inventory and receiving, merchandising, staffing and team development, customer service, financial performance, safety and compliance, and backroom organization. It also helps implement company programs, promotions, seasonal plans, and corrective actions as directed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous grocery, retail, or supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong leadership and people-development skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Knowledge of grocery merchandising, inventory control, and stock rotation practices.
• Ability to analyze operational reports and performance metrics.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate responsibilities effectively.
• Proficiency with inventory systems, handheld devices, and reporting tools.
• Frequently stand and walk for extended periods.
• Regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Bend, reach, squat, kneel, and climb ladders as needed.
• Work in varying temperature conditions, including refrigerated and stockroom areas.
• Perform repetitive stocking and merchandising activities throughout the workday.

Nice To Haves

• Previous grocery department leadership experience.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, or a related field.
• Experience with inventory management, merchandising, and labor planning.
• Experience leading teams in a high-volume retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing day-to-day Grocery Department operations.
• Keep shelves, displays, and promotional areas stocked, organized, and properly maintained.
• Monitor inventory and assist with ordering, receiving, product replenishment, rotation, and inventory controls.
• Support company programs, promotions, seasonal merchandising plans, and readiness for holidays and special events.
• Maintain merchandising standards and ensure pricing, signage, and product labeling are accurate and current.
• Monitor out-of-stock conditions and coordinate timely replenishment.
• Help reduce shrink through proper product handling, rotation, and inventory controls.
• Supervise associates during assigned shifts and provide daily direction.
• Train, coach, and develop team members; promote teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Assist with scheduling, task assignments, workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and retention.
• Promote exceptional customer service, assist customers with product location and selection, and resolve concerns professionally.
• Support store initiatives that enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Help achieve sales, labor, and profitability goals; monitor performance metrics and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support effective labor utilization and productivity, control expenses, minimize product loss, and implement corrective actions as directed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety standards, regulatory requirements, and workplace safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment; conduct routine inspections and address safety concerns.
• Ensure products are properly handled and stored according to company standards.
• Assist with receiving deliveries and verifying product accuracy.
• Maintain organized backroom and storage areas and monitor inventory movement between backroom and sales floor.
• Support inventory counts and audit preparation activities.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday through a partnership with Stream.
• Associate discounts.
• Health benefits for eligible associates, including medical and dental insurance.
• 401(k) for eligible associates.
• Financial well-being benefits for eligible associates.
• Time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick pay, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Training, career growth, and development support.

What This Job Offers

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