Assistant Store Director - Center

Meijer•Bloomington, IN

7d•$55,750 - $88,250

About The Position

The Assistant Store Director – Center Store is responsible for the day-to-day operations of applicable departments, including employee relations, events, weekly sales flyers, and execution and evaluation of business activities to maximize sales, control costs, and use labor efficiently. The role ensures a positive shopping experience for customers and a positive working environment for employees while following all procedural guidelines. The position oversees the NL department manager and carries Grocery Manager responsibilities, including staff accountability, hiring and scheduling practices, labor costs, training, merchandising, program execution, loss prevention, sanitation, and department conditions. It also includes financial accountability, store cash management and expense approval, communication with corporate department directors, maintaining product knowledge, and supporting a safe, clean, and organized store. The role requires at least five years of professional experience. A bachelor's degree or equivalent is preferred, as is four to six years of grocery retail experience in store operations and merchandising. Natural foods industry experience is a plus. The position involves varied hours and physical activity, including prolonged standing and walking, frequent driving, and occasional lifting and carrying. Some exposure to extreme temperatures is possible.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of professional experience.
Must maintain the highest level of customer service.
Ability to adapt to high-volume, changing retail conditions and work in a cross-functional team environment.
Capacity to take initiative when problems arise and use independent judgment to take immediate corrective action.
Flexibility to adapt to a variety of situations and work varied hours and days as business dictates.
Advanced attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
Excellent written communication and documentation skills.
Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills for working with peers and senior management.
Knowledge of MS Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Excellent multitasking and organizational skills.
Ability to lead, support, and contribute to team goals.
Familiarity with Health Department guidelines and regulations for grocery retail.
Efficient planning and ability to execute for results.
Ability to improve staff performance through motivation, training, and clear expectations.
Ability to read and understand financial statements.
Ability to sit rarely; stand continuously; walk continuously; drive frequently; balance frequently; bend, climb, crawl, crouch or squat, kneel, and twist occasionally; and reach forward and overhead frequently.
Ability to occasionally lift or carry 0–50 pounds; lifting or carrying 51–100 pounds is not required.
Ability to grasp frequently and perform fine manipulation and pushing or pulling occasionally.
Some exposure to extreme temperatures and ventilation or exhaust fans.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Four to six years of grocery retail experience in overall store operations and merchandising processes and procedures.
Previous experience in the natural foods industry.

Responsibilities

Oversee the NL department manager and fulfill Grocery Manager responsibilities, ensuring staff accountability for department conditions.
Monitor hiring practices and scheduling, keep labor costs at or below budgeted payroll, and ensure staff are trained on policies and procedures.
Provide ongoing staff training.
Maintain financial ownership and accountability for applicable departments.
Manage merchandising, program execution, loss prevention, and department appearance and conditions.
Maintain store sanitation and cleanliness in accordance with local laws and best practices.
Initiate weekly communications with corporate department directors about business information, including vendor and product issues.
Maintain a safe work environment for employees, vendors, and customers.
Monitor store cash management, including approving store expenses before they occur.
Maintain a high level of product knowledge and product preparation.
Walk departments regularly to ensure they are organized, sanitary, and clean.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Fresh Thyme Rewards
Weekly pay
Scheduling flexibility
Paid parental leave
Team member discount
Career growth opportunities
Competitive compensation
Incentive bonus opportunities that may vary based on individual and company performance
Recognition programs
Medical insurance for full-time team members
Dental insurance for full-time team members
Life insurance for full-time team members
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
401(k) plan with employer match
Continuous professional development