Albertsons Companies is one of the largest retail employers, providing approximately 300,000 jobs across 2,200 stores, twenty-two distribution centers, twenty food and beverage plants and various support offices. We operate in thirty-four states and the District of Columbia under the Albertsons banner, as well as Safeway, Acme, Jewel Osco, Shaw’s, and many more recognizable names. 

Grocery Department Manager – This is an hourly paying union position with bonus eligible. Selected candidate must be willing and able to work at any store within the union district per CBA.**If new to the union, please note, you will have to pay an initiation fee as well as weekly dues. 

Pay Transparency: The pay for this position is $22 per hour, but no less than the local minimum wage. Starting rates may vary based on things like location, experience, qualifications and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement. 

General Summary: Exemplifies strong customer service in every aspect of the job. Directs and controls the operation of the Grocery Department, including supervising and training personnel to achieve departmental and store sales and profit objectives. Provides feedback and recommendations on operational issues and personnel decisions to Store Director and Division management. 

 

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

Champions corporate and division customer service programs to meet or exceed division customer service goals. Instills a culture of excellent customer service in the department and throughout the store. 

Responsible for total store operations and directing associates throughout the store, as well as department managers, in the absence of or as needed by the Store Director (see Store Director job description). 

My primary duty is management of the Grocery Department. In that regard, it plans, organizes, and directs day-to-day operations of the Grocery department, including dairy and frozen food sections. Conducts daily inspections of all Grocery sections and initiates corrective measures to ensure compliance with product quality and product rotation standards. Maintains stock conditions, and ensures compliance with code date standards; cleanliness, sanitation, and safety standards; and security requirements. Controls pricing by following established division pricing guidelines and ensuring compliance with the coupon and discount policies. 

Implements Company and Division operating and merchandising policies and practices. Controls merchandise shrink. Supervises and participates in store inventory counts. Establishes Grocery Department operating procedures as required for implementation of Company policies, Division directives and Store Director instructions. Implements emergency procedures in the event of equipment and computer software malfunctions or failure. 

Orders grocery products and maintains inventory levels according to Division directives. Supervises the processing of all reclamation. Maintains orderly and in stock conditions in back room, sales floor, and all grocery department areas. 

Supervises receiving, storing, stocking, pricing, and merchandising of all Grocery products. May utilize hand trucks, pallet jacks and the bailer. Proper accounts for merchandise received. Handles positive customer and vendor relations. Engages in suggestive selling and other sales techniques. Monitors daily log sheet, purchase report, actual versus projected sales and labor. 

Prepares and displays appropriate product signage. 

Under supervision of the Store Director, directs the work of all Grocery Department associates. Schedules Grocery Department associates to ensure adequate coverage and service levels. Directs, motivates, trains, and participates in the hiring of all Grocery Department personnel. Ensures that all associates are instructed in the proper performance of work duties and are knowledgeable about Company policies and procedures. 

Monitors associate performance and effectively recommend personnel action such as hiring, firing, layoff, promotion, demotion, and disciplinary action. Builds and maintains associate morale. Resolves associate complaints where appropriate and reports action taken to the Store Director. Immediately reports any potential serious policy violations, for matters including but not limited to working off the clock, harassment, food safety and sanitation, discrimination, etc., to the Store Director and assists in appropriate handling. Identify and train associates with high potential for advancement opportunities. 

Understands the store and Grocery Department Profit and Loss statement, and plans department promotions accordingly. Frequently communicates sales goals, department performance and sales opportunities to department associates to ensure positive results. 

Answers and responds to incoming telephone calls appropriately. Receives and appropriately resolves customer complaints and reports to the Store Director as appropriate. 

Maintains confidentiality concerning associates, store sales, and Company information. Maintains accurate department records. 

Responsible for performing all job duties with honesty and integrity and in compliance with Company policies and procedures. 

Attends required training and sales meetings. 

Provides feedback and recommendations to Store Director or District Manager and Division management teams on operational issues. 

 

Albertsons Companies - Equal Opportunity Employer 

 

Why you will choose us:

Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company’s philosophy. Our goal is to continue to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being and that starts with people like you bringing your unique self to our company and making it one person stronger and better!

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

Diverse & Inclusive Work Culture Competitive Wages Bonus Eligible, where applicable Flexible work schedules Associate discounts Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development. Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!) Vacation / Paid Time Off

Our Values

We put people first. We are customer driven. We value different perspectives. We raise the bar. We act as owners. We are one team. We build belonging. We are committed to a healthy future. About Us  

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail.  Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being.  We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!

Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S.  We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.

Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

 

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.

Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 

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