Assistant United Express Convenience Manager

Albertsons Companies • Amarillo, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Convenience Assistant Manager is primarily responsible for guest relations and satisfaction. The role supports the Department Manager with ordering, merchandising, maintaining department conditions, and training department clerks. It also assists in leading the department’s efficient, effective, safe, legal, and profitable operations. When the Department Manager is absent, the Assistant Manager handles department issues, including ordering, delegating, multitasking, forecasting, prioritizing, and merchandising. The position works in a fast-paced retail environment and may involve handling and selling tobacco, alcohol, fuel, propane, and food service items.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain all certifications necessary and required to handle and sell tobacco, alcohol, fuel, propane, and food service items.
• Ability to work and communicate professionally with all levels of management and subordinates.
• Ability to self-motivate, solve problems, and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including bending, squatting, standing, lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, and walking.
• Ability to stand for long periods, up to four hours.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds and push and pull up to 100 pounds.
• Technical skills for basic math and computer tasks, including Word, Excel, and email.
• Ability to work efficiently and in a controlled manner in a fast-paced environment.
• Must maintain Certified Food Safety Manager certification.
• Must be flexible to work various hours and shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to accept supervisory coaching related to performance, work habits, and attitude.
• Ability to function as a team member and get along with others.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of retail management experience is preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Acknowledge, greet, and engage guests in the department.
• Assist with interviewing, training, scheduling, performance, and productivity of department team members.
• Help distribute information throughout the department and maintain a positive atmosphere, spirit, and morale.
• Manage time and delegate effectively; support and execute division concepts and programs.
• Contribute to department financial goals and ensure consistent product availability and solutions for guests.
• Help safeguard, control, and monitor department assets and ensure related policies and procedures are followed.
• Practice safe work habits and maintain store cleanliness, organization, and a safe work environment; encourage team members to do the same.
• Ensure department systems and processes are used consistently and correctly.
• Work with the Department Manager and department leadership team to plan production and promotion goals.
• Coach and develop team members in accordance with policies and procedures, with support from the Department Manager and Talent Management.
• Help keep department books and manuals updated; coordinate inventory processes and reporting.
• Handle department issues in the Department Manager’s absence, including ordering, delegation, multitasking, forecasting, prioritizing, and merchandising.
• Ensure food safety procedures are followed.
• Use effective conflict management skills.
• Perform other duties as requested or required by upper management.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday through 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 opportunities.
• Inclusive work environment with colleagues who reflect the communities served.

What This Job Offers

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