General Merchandise Manager

Albertsons Companies • Richardson, TX

2h

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 conditions, inventory accuracy, seasonal execution, and sales. This is a fast-paced, hands-on leadership role involving merchandising execution, operational standards, associate direction, and support for a positive customer shopping experience.

The manager leads department associates through daily direction, scheduling, training, and coaching. The role also involves reviewing sales and inventory information to guide department planning, maintaining organized sales-floor and backroom areas, and ensuring compliance with company programs, safety standards, and operational procedures. Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, is required. Travel is not required, and the position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

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.
• Knowledge of retail or general merchandise operations.
• 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

• Familiarity with inventory systems and merchandising standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Drug and General Merchandise departments, focusing 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.
• Assist customers with product questions, promotions, and locating merchandise.
• Provide daily direction, scheduling, training, and coaching to Drug/GM associates.
• Review sales and inventory data to guide department planning.
• Train, coach, and develop 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.

What This Job Offers

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