Center Store Manager

SpartanNash • Bismarck, ND

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Center Store Manager leads the day-to-day operations of a retail store department. The manager ensures associates are trained, the department is fully staffed and operating to company standards, and department goals and key performance indicators are met. The role includes managing inventory, staffing, scheduling, labor and payroll, associate performance and development, department forecasts, and execution of company plans. The manager also maintains product quality, department presentation, food safety, and workplace safety.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent GED (required).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and bookkeeping skills.
• Good organization, prioritization, decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict-management skills.
• Strong leadership abilities and capability to work in a hands-on environment.
• Good strategic planning and business acumen skills.
• Good knowledge of retail store operations and retail management systems.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of retail experience preferred.
• One year of supervisory experience preferred.
• Depending on company location, ability to communicate in Spanish is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Order and maintain department inventory, using inventory control procedures to ensure product freshness and quality.
• Review received orders for amount, quality, count or weight, and condition, and ensure products are stored appropriately.
• Manage stocking, production, and other department tasks to maintain product quality, production planning, accuracy, and date-sensitive rotation; handle spoiled or damaged products according to established guidelines.
• Maintain familiarity with products carried in the department and throughout the store.
• Know advertised items, special prices, coupon deals, and other features related to store sales and rewards programs.
• Communicate and execute the weekly and period Flight Plan according to company expectations and timelines.
• Use required tools and software to manage scheduling according to company policies, timelines, and forecasted guidelines.
• Implement and maintain work schedules and control department labor, overtime, and payroll expenses.
• Implement Our Winning Recipe and model company core values and competencies.
• Manage department staffing, training, performance management, and associate career development.
• Develop and monitor department goals and forecasts as required.
• Attend and participate in daily huddles, manager meetings, and district- and company-level meetings as required.
• Maintain a clean, attractive, and well-stocked department using structure-of-the-day guidelines and Prime Time standards.
• Ensure food safety and safety guidelines are followed throughout the store and take immediate corrective action when they are not.
• Develop and implement a plan to meet company goals and key performance indicators.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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