Store Director – Sea Mart Quality Foods
About The Position
Sea Mart Quality Foods is more than a supermarket; we are a Sitka landmark. Located on an island community with only 14 miles of road, we serve as the primary gateway for our neighbors' daily needs. As a 24-hour independently owned and operated store, we embrace the "Spirit of Alaska" through a deep commitment to our community and a "first-and-last" touchpoint hospitality model. Our history is rooted in resilience, navigating the complexities of island logistics where every product represents a journey by barge. We pride ourselves on being the stabilizing force that keeps Sitka stocked, secure, and welcomed. You Will Be A Community Pillar: You serve as the definitive representative of Sea Mart to the Sitka community, building strong relationships in our unique island environment. The Cultural Architect: You are responsible for the strategic vision that ensures our "Spirit of Alaska" hospitality is reflected in every department. A Logistics Master: You possess the expertise to manage high-volume procurement and inventory flow within the constraints of a barge-dependent supply chain.
Requirements
- Experience: 10+ years of senior retail leadership with proven expertise in multi-departmental synchronization.
- Senior Management: Extensive experience in high-volume retail operations and financial strategy with expert knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations, including ADA, FMLA, and Alaska Labor Laws.
- Age Requirement: Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Certifications: Ability to obtain a valid Alaska Food Workers Card within 30 days and/or a ServSafe Manager Certification.
- Technical Mastery: Advanced proficiency in executive portals for financial reporting and security system oversight.
- Island Mobility: Ability to traverse the entire facility to monitor safety, quality, and merchandising standards in all Southeast Alaska weather conditions.
- Strategic Focus: Capacity for extended stationary periods during complex financial analysis and labor-hour management.
- Critical Awareness: Ability to monitor security camera feeds and respond to facility alarms or emergency alerts.
Responsibilities
- Architect Strategic Vision: Define and drive long-term operational goals, ensuring the "Spirit of Alaska" experience is consistent across all departments.
- Master Financial Performance: Hold final accountability for the store's total Profit & Loss (P&L), labor budget architecture, and capital expenditures.
- Develop Elite Leadership: Mentor the Assistant Store Director and Department Managers to foster a high-performing senior leadership team.
- Oversee 24-Hour Operations: Synchronize operations between graveyard stocking and daytime service to ensure seamless functionality around the clock.
- Liaise with the Community: Act as the primary liaison for vendors, corporate stakeholders, and the local Sitka public.
- Plan for Longevity: Manage facility maintenance and strategic capital investments to ensure long-term operational excellence.
Benefits
- Relocation: Sea Mart Quality Foods offers relocation reimbursement assistance for qualified executive candidates transitioning to our island community.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
