Assistant Store Director - West Detroit Market

About the role

Meijer is expanding its footprint in the Detroit Metro Area and is seeking passionate leaders to join our team as Assistant Store Directors for our West Detroit Market.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction related to operations, processes, and conditions of the store.
• Plan, direct, and supervise the team in the day-to-day operation of the store.
• Is responsible for the selection, training and development, and performance management for all team members in span of care.
• Develop strategies to improve customer service, drives store sales and increases profitability.
• Ensure customer needs are met, complaints are resolved effectively and efficiently, and service is quick and efficient.
• Ensure that all products and displays are merchandised effectively to maximize sales and profitability.
• Forecast staffing needs and develops recruiting strategy to provide optimal staffing in all areas.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of retail/grocery/operations management/customer service experience.
• 4+ years of progressive leadership experience.
• A passion to lead those in span of care while providing industry leading service.
• Demonstrates proactive/creative thinking and applies it to the business.
• A thorough understanding of seasonal and diverse merchandising which leads to meeting the needs of our customers/community and gaining sales and market share.
• A strong business acumen.
• An innovative attitude to help Meijer set the industry standard.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where all team members and vendors feel valued and supported.

Skills

• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategies to improve customer service and store profitability.
• Experience with store operations, including planning, directing, and supervising staff.
• Knowledge of seasonal and diverse merchandising practices.
• Ability to communicate product freshness standards and ensure adherence to procedures.
• Understanding of food safety standards and compliance.
• Experience with competitive analysis and trend identification.
• Proficiency in using company merchandising plans and tools.

Benefits

• Get Paid Weekly
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
• 3 Weeks of Paid Days Off (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
• Tuition Free and Reimbursement Education Assistance (effective on Start Date)
• Team Member Discount
• And much more!!!