Assistant Grocery Manager

Albertsons Companies • Garland, TX

3d

About The Position

The Assistant Grocery Manager supports the Grocery Manager in leading all aspects of Grocery Department operations, including merchandising, inventory management, customer service, associate development, and operational execution. The position helps maintain department standards while driving sales, controlling shrink, and providing an exceptional shopping experience. This working leader assumes departmental responsibilities when the Grocery Manager is absent.

The role assists with daily operations, merchandise presentation and replenishment, customer service, associate training and direction, inventory and operational controls, financial performance, safety and compliance, and coordination of department priorities. It partners with store leadership and other departments to support storewide programs and business objectives.

Success is measured by department sales and profitability, shrink reduction and inventory accuracy, merchandising standards, customer satisfaction, labor productivity, safety and compliance, and associate engagement, development, and retention.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous grocery retail experience required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service abilities.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Knowledge of grocery operations and merchandising practices.
• Knowledge of inventory management and replenishment processes.
• Knowledge of customer service and associate relations.
• Knowledge of labor utilization and scheduling support.
• Knowledge of product rotation and shrink reduction practices.
• Knowledge of team leadership and coaching techniques.
• Communication and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of operational compliance and safety standards.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Frequent bending, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and twisting.
• Ability to operate department equipment safely.
• Ability to work in various store environments.

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of merchandising, inventory management, and grocery operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in directing daily Grocery Department operations.
• Ensure shelves, displays, end caps, and promotional merchandise are stocked, faced, and maintained according to company standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering merchandise to support customer demand.
• Verify product rotation and replenishment procedures.
• Support merchandising plans, promotional programs, and seasonal initiatives.
• Maintain accurate pricing, signage, and shelf tag integrity.
• Provide exceptional customer service, assist customers with product inquiries, and address concerns professionally and promptly.
• Lead associates by example through active customer engagement.
• Assist with training, coaching, and developing department associates; provide daily direction and support.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence; help monitor associate performance and provide feedback to department leadership.
• Support staffing and scheduling needs as assigned.
• Assist with inventory management, receiving, stock replenishment, backroom organization, and product storage.
• Help reduce shrink through inventory controls and product rotation, and support department audits and inventory initiatives.
• Monitor department conditions and address operational opportunities.
• Support department sales, gross profit, labor, and shrink goals; help implement performance improvement plans.
• Help manage labor resources while maintaining service standards and identify merchandising opportunities based on product movement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and operational procedures.
• Promote workplace safety and safe equipment operation, maintain cleanliness and organization, and conduct routine safety inspections.
• Support loss prevention and inventory control initiatives.
• Serve as acting department leader when the Grocery Manager is absent; coordinate daily priorities and assignments.
• Communicate company initiatives and operational expectations and assist with storewide programs and business objectives.
• Partner with store leadership and other departments to achieve overall store goals.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday through the company’s partnership with Stream.
• Associate discounts.
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick pay, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Training, career growth, and development.
• Inclusive work environment with colleagues who reflect the communities served.

What This Job Offers

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