Niemann Harvest Market Store Director in Training

Niemann Foods•Carmel, IN

12d

About The Position

The Store Director in Training (SDIT) is a leadership development position designed to prepare individuals for the role of Store Director in a supermarket. The role provides hands-on training and exposure to management, customer service, inventory control, sales, and staff supervision. The program focuses on leadership development, operational excellence, and strategic decision-making, with increasing responsibility and the goal of independently managing a store upon successful completion. The SDIT assists with day-to-day store operations alongside the Store Director and management team, oversees departments and staff, supports customer satisfaction, and contributes to financial and operational performance. The position also supports employee development, safety and regulatory compliance, and store goal setting. The role includes supervisory responsibilities over subordinate supervisors and associates.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
One to three months of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
Ability to use supermarket math, including arithmetic, percentages, distribution, penetration, gross profit, and Sales Per Associate Hour.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Proven retail management experience, preferably in a supermarket or similar environment.
Strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Strong customer service orientation.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Financial acumen and experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
Ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team.
Flexibility and adaptability to changing business needs.
Ability to stand, walk, handle and feel objects, reach, communicate, and regularly lift or move up to 25 pounds; frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift or move up to 50 pounds; and occasionally sit, climb, balance, perform overhead lifting, taste or smell, crawl, and lift or move up to 100 pounds.
Ability to adjust visual focus, distinguish colors, and use peripheral and depth perception.

Responsibilities

Assist with daily supermarket operations and understand operational and financial goals.
Supervise and coach team members, fostering a collaborative, high-performance environment.
Manage store departments and help ensure department managers meet productivity, sales, and customer service objectives.
Take on increasing responsibility toward independently managing a store as Store Director after successful completion of training.
Maintain store conditions, resolve customer concerns, and promote positive shopping experiences.
Develop customer loyalty and retention strategies, engage with customers, gather feedback, and implement changes as needed.
Assist with inventory management, stock ordering, and merchandise displays to maintain availability and reduce waste.
Monitor sales, labor costs, shrinkage, and customer satisfaction metrics.
Oversee cash control procedures and ensure compliance with financial reporting, budgeting, and auditing policies.
Collaborate with leadership to increase sales, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency.
Participate in training new employees and mentor department managers and team members.
Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture, diversity, and open communication.
Ensure compliance with company policies, health and safety regulations, and legal requirements.
Monitor food safety and sanitation practices; conduct regular safety meetings and staff training.
Participate in setting store goals, including sales targets, customer service initiatives, and budgets.
Analyze store performance data and contribute to decisions that improve results and achieve business objectives.
Train associates; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and coach associates; and address complaints and problems.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.