Description

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Key Responsibilities:\n\nLeadership & People Management:\n\nLead, coach, and develop department managers and associates to achieve sales, service, and operational goals.\nFoster a positive, respectful, and accountable team culture that aligns with Highland Park Market’s mission and standards.\nOversee scheduling, staffing levels, and labor management to meet business needs and budget goals.\nConduct performance reviews, coach for growth, and manage corrective actions when needed.\n\nCustomer Experience:\n\nModel and ensure outstanding customer service throughout the store.\nResolve customer concerns promptly and professionally.\nMaintain store appearance, cleanliness, and product presentation to reflect Highland Park Market’s high standards.\n\nOperations & Financial Management:\n\nManage daily operations including sales floor performance, opening/closing, cash handling, and store security.\nMonitor financial performance — sales, margins, labor, shrink — and implement plans to achieve targets.\nEnsure compliance with company policies, state and local regulations, food safety, and sanitation standards.\nWork closely with department heads and the central office on budgets, promotions, and inventory controls.\n\nCommunity & Brand Engagement:\n\nRepresent Highland Park Market in the community and foster local relationships.\nSupport company initiatives, special events, and charitable programs that strengthen our brand presence.

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Skills

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management skills, retail management, customer service, operations management, budget management

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Top Skills Details

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management skills,retail management

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Additional Skills & Qualifications

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Qualifications:\n\n5+ years of experience in grocery or food retail management (multi-department experience preferred).\nProven ability to lead and develop teams in a fast-paced environment.\nStrong understanding of retail operations, merchandising, and customer service excellence.\nFinancial acumen: ability to manage budgets, analyze sales reports, and drive profitable growth.\nExcellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.\n\nPersonal Attributes:\n\nHands-on leader with a servant-leadership mindset.\nCalm under pressure; strong decision-making skills.\nHigh integrity and commitment to Highland Park Market’s family values.\nPassion for people, food, and community.

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Experience Level

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Intermediate Level

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This is a Permanent position based out of Glastonbury, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Company Benefits will be provided to candidate upon offer extended.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Glastonbury,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 25, 2025.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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