Assistant Store Director

Albertsons Companies • McKinney, TX

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About The Position

The Assistant Store Director supports the overall operation of the store by assisting with leadership, execution, and accountability across all departments. The role helps drive sales, profitability, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and employee development as a member of the store leadership team. The Assistant Store Director acts as a leader on duty, helps maintain a safe, productive, customer-focused environment, and may assume responsibility for the store when the Store Director is absent.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous retail leadership or grocery management experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze business metrics and make operational decisions.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to lead multiple departments in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Strong leadership and people-development skills.
• Excellent customer service and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, delegate, and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Understanding of merchandising, inventory management, and retail operations.
• Proficiency with store reporting systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, or a related field.
• Experience managing multiple departments within a grocery or retail setting.
• Experience with budgeting, labor management, and operational planning.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing daily store operations and ensuring company standards are achieved.
• Monitor store conditions, merchandising, inventory levels, and execution of operational programs.
• Ensure departments maintain cleanliness, organization, food safety, and compliance standards.
• Support company initiatives, promotions, and sales events.
• Conduct store walks to identify opportunities and address operational concerns.
• Lead and direct department managers and store associates.
• Coach, mentor, and develop employees; assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and retention.
• Help foster accountability, teamwork, customer service, and employee engagement.
• Support performance management, including coaching and corrective action when necessary.
• Promote exceptional customer service and resolve customer concerns professionally and efficiently.
• Support community engagement and customer loyalty initiatives.
• Assist with sales, labor, shrink, and profitability goals; review performance metrics and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support labor planning and scheduling, manage expenses, and maximize department productivity.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Promote workplace safety, assist with accident prevention, participate in safety inspections, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance with cash handling, security, and loss prevention procedures.
• Support department managers in executing merchandising plans and maintaining in-stock conditions.
• Monitor promotional displays and seasonal merchandising opportunities.
• Drive sales growth through company programs and customer-focused selling initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday through a 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 supported by invested leaders.
• An inclusive work environment with colleagues who reflect the communities served.

What This Job Offers

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