Safeway Store Director-Oxon Hill, MD

Albertsons Companies • Lanham, MD

8d • $88,400 - $148,000

About The Position

The Albertsons Store Director is a purpose-driven leader accountable for the store’s overall performance, culture, and operations. The role focuses on driving sales through people, building high-performing and inclusive teams, and delivering an excellent customer and Associate experience. The Store Director is expected to think strategically, adapt to a dynamic environment, champion innovation, and use customer insights to build lasting relationships.

The position leads and develops associates and store leaders through coaching, recognition, feedback, and development planning. It aligns teams around priorities, supports effective hiring and retention, and fosters belonging, accountability, and community engagement. The Store Director establishes a customer-first sales culture and oversees localized merchandising and an integrated in-store and online customer experience.

The role is also responsible for operational performance, workforce scheduling, store readiness, compliance, and appropriate use of financial and sales reporting. The Store Director collaborates with Human Resources, Operations Specialists, Sales Teams, and other supporting functions to achieve shared goals. The work is fast-paced and may require evening, weekend, and holiday work. Physical duties include extended periods of sitting, standing, or walking; reaching, lifting, stacking, and maneuvering objects up to approximately 55 pounds; and occasional stooping, bending, and twisting.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of progressive retail leadership experience, preferably in grocery, retail, or service industries.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proven success in team development, sales growth, and operational strategy.
• Strong analytical, communication, and coaching skills.
• Experience with workforce management tools and financial analysis platforms.
• Passion for inclusive leadership, coaching, and community engagement.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to reach, lift, stack, and maneuver objects of varying dimensions and weights up to approximately 55 pounds.
• Ability to use calculators, keyboards, telephone, computers, and other office equipment during the normal workday.
• Ability to perform duties that may require stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required.

Nice To Haves

• College bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, coach, recognize, and develop associates.
• Facilitate weekly planning sessions with Assistant Store Director(s) and Department Managers to align goals and priorities.
• Communicate information through daily morning and evening team huddles and regular transparent communication across the team.
• Delegate tasks and empower team members to take ownership and accountability.
• Identify management skill gaps and create tailored development plans; mentor leaders and provide feedback, stretch assignments, and growth opportunities.
• Partner with Assistant Store Director(s) on strategic hiring decisions and build diverse, high-performing teams.
• Engage in community outreach to attract local talent and create opportunities for associates to give back.
• Foster belonging and shared success by setting clear expectations, celebrating team wins, and aligning the team around common goals and values.
• Improve associate retention and engagement through relationship-building, career pathing, and removing barriers to advancement.
• Establish a customer-first mindset and motivate associates to deliver exceptional service and drive sales through customer interactions.
• Lead localized merchandising that reflects community preferences and improves product discoverability and the store experience.
• Use customer feedback and insights from physical and digital channels to identify trends and improve service and shopping experiences.
• Recognize and promote customer-centric selling behaviors and hold teams accountable for performance outcomes.
• Equip associates to anticipate customer needs, personalize service, and exceed sales and service expectations.
• Integrate in-store and online operations to support product availability, consistent service, and a cohesive brand experience.
• Partner with Human Resources, Operations Specialists, Sales Teams, and other supporting functions to deploy resources and achieve shared goals.
• Use P&L, sales, purchases, labor, and cost reporting to influence results.
• Schedule the workforce to meet customer demand, optimize coverage, and control labor.
• Conduct daily store walkthroughs to uphold visual merchandising, cleanliness, and presentation standards.
• Obtain necessary licenses for store operations, such as Food Safety and Sanitation License.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies and procedures, including cash handling, security, safety, consumer protection, sanitation, and wage and hour requirements.
• Maintain appropriate professional relationships with union officials and comply with collective bargaining agreements when applicable.
• Take responsibility for outcomes and empower teams to act with pride and accountability.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Associate discounts
• Medical, dental, 401(k), and other health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates
• Vacation, holidays, and sick pay, subject to eligibility requirements
• Training, career growth, and development

What This Job Offers

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