Assistant Store Director - Center

Meijer • Minneapolis, MN

12d • $55,750 - $88,250 • Onsite

About The Position

Fresh Thyme Market is seeking an Assistant Store Director to join their team. This role is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the store, including employee relations, events, weekly sales flyers, execution and evaluation to ensure maximum sales, effective cost control, and efficient utilization of labor. The Assistant Store Director must ensure a positive shopping experience for customers and a positive working environment for employees, adhering to all procedural guidelines. The company emphasizes a commitment to helping people live better and healthier lives by offering real people, real food at real affordable prices across the Midwest. They aim to be a trusted resource in their communities, providing an environment where shoppers can naturally, intuitively, and enjoyably find real, honest, affordable goodness to meet them wherever they are on their wellness journey.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years professional experience.
• Must maintain the highest level of customer service at all times.
• Ability to adapt to the ever-changing high-volume retail while working in a cross-functional team environment.
• Must have the capacity to take initiative when problems arise.
• Flexibility to adapt in a variety of situations.
• Must have advanced attention to detail with the capability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written communication and documentation skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills for dealing cross functionally with peers and senior management.
• Must have knowledge with MS Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to multitask and have excellent organizational skills is essential.
• Must be able to lead, support and contribute to team goals.
• Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates.
• Must be familiar with Health Department guidelines and regulations as they pertain to a grocery retail environment.
• Efficient planning and ability to execute for results.
• Demonstrates ability to improve staff performance through motivation, training and setting clear expectations.
• Must have the ability to read and understand financial statements.
• Ability to adapt to the ever-changing retail environment while working in a cross-functional team.
• Takes initiative when problems arise and use independent judgment to take immediate corrective actions.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred 4-6 years grocery retail experience in overall store operations and merchandising processes and procedures.
• Previous experience in a natural foods industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversees NL department manager and holds the Grocery Manager Position responsibilities to ensure staff is held accountable for the conditions of their department; includes monitoring hiring practices, scheduling techniques, and keep labor costs at or below budgeted payroll; ensures staff is trained on all policies and procedures.
• Provides ongoing training to staff and ensures they are trained on all policies and procedures.
• Financial ownership and accountability of applicable departments
• Manages the merchandising, program execution, loss prevention, and departments appearance/conditions.
• Maintains store sanitation and cleanliness in accordance with local laws and best practices.
• Initiates weekly communications with the corporate department directors to ensure exchange of business information such as vendor and/or product issues.
• Maintains a safe work environment for employees, vendors and customers.
• Monitors cash management for the store including approving all store expenses before they occur.
• Sustains a high level of product knowledge and product preparation.
• Walks department regularly to ensure an organized, sanitary, and overall clean appearance at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Scheduling flexibility
• Paid parental leave
• Team member discount
• Career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time team members that includes medical, dental, and life insurance
• Variety of programs designed to support part-time members
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan with an employer match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager