GMHBC Manager-Patterson, NY

Albertsons Companies • Patterson, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Drug/General Merchandise Department Manager oversees daily operations of the Drug and General Merchandise departments, focusing on customer service, merchandising, in-stock performance, inventory accuracy, seasonal execution, and sales. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role requiring leadership, organization, and merchandising expertise to support a positive shopping experience.

The manager provides daily direction, scheduling, training, and coaching to department associates; maintains clean, organized sales-floor and backroom areas; and ensures ordering, inventory, safety, and operational procedures are managed effectively. The position requires flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. No travel is required.

Requirements

• Strong customer-service focus and attention to detail.
• Effective leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Strong organization, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple categories and shifting priorities.
• Ability to review sales and inventory data to guide department planning.
• Ability to train, coach, and develop associates.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Reliable attendance.
• Compliance with company safety policies and Code of Business Conduct.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of inventory systems and merchandising standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Drug and General Merchandise departments, with a focus on customer service, merchandising, and in-stock conditions.
• Execute planograms, resets, promotional sets, advertising programs, and seasonal transitions accurately and on time.
• Maintain clean, organized, and visually appealing sales-floor and backroom areas.
• Manage ordering, inventory levels, cycle counts, and inventory accuracy while minimizing shrink.
• Monitor sales trends, movement reports, and seasonal needs to support ordering and merchandising recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with company programs, safety standards, and operational procedures.
• Help customers with product questions, promotions, and locating merchandise.
• Provide daily direction, scheduling, training, and coaching to Drug/GM associates.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• 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.
• Inclusive work environment with colleagues who reflect the communities served.
• Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/vacation pay or flexible time off, paid holidays, bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility).
• Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed