Center Store Assistant Department Manager PM
About the role
We are a Wisconsin grocer committed to community service and guest satisfaction. We operate 40+ full-service supermarkets across Wisconsin. This role is at the center of our commitment to our associates.
Summary
The Center Store Assistant Manager-PM provides operational and leadership support across multiple departments, adapting to daily business needs. They lead and support Center Store departments, train associates, and ensure department standards are met.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead and support Center Store departments, adapting based on daily business needs.
Ensure Leadership Continuity - Step in and lead teams in the absence of Center Store Manager(s).
Train Associates - Train, coach, and re-train new and current associates as needed.
Meet Department Standards - Ensure all department standards, including inventory levels, pricing, and cleanliness, are met.
Communicate and Collaborate - Work with Store Director, department managers, and associates to exceed guest expectations.
Maintain Cleanliness - Contribute to the cleanliness and organization of the department, including work areas, shelving, coolers, receiving, and the sales floor.
Deliver Feedback - Assist with writing and conducting performance reviews for department associates.
Support the Team - Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School education or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2+ years of leadership experience (manager or lead) in retail, grocery, warehouse, or restaurant preferred.
Thorough knowledge of the retail food business, especially non-perishable department operations, and strong merchandising skills.
Familiarity with store operations and the ability to coordinate effectively with store and vendor teams.
Ability to make timely and effective decisions, communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment, and manage a diverse team.
Understanding of all safety requirements and company safety policies, with the ability to recognize and react to possible safety hazards.
Proper training and knowledge of equipment such as hand jacks, balers, forklifts, hand trucks, and trash compactors.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Stand in place for long periods of time; walk in the store; bend, stoop and kneel regularly.
Requires fine finger and broad manual dexterity, and eye-hand-foot coordination in order to operate equipment.
Requires the ability to perform repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
Must possess functional sensory abilities in order to visually monitor the store, create attractive displays, and to operate equipment.
Position requires the associate to lift up 50-60 pounds on an occasional basis.
Requires working in varying temperatures and humidity levels, moving between temperature-controlled areas, freezers, coolers, and the receiving area, with occasional outdoor tasks to inspect store property.
Work Schedule
The Center Store Assistant Department Manager-PM is a full-time position. The work schedule includes mornings, afternoons (mid-shift), evenings (with ability to support closing shift), weekends, and holidays.
Why You'll Love It Here
Associate Discount - Enjoy an industry-leading 15% off your grocery purchases for you and your immediate household.
Weekly Pay & Premium Pay - Hourly associates are paid weekly, providing more frequent access to their funds. Part-time store associates are paid a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays. Hourly full-time store associates receive time and a half on Sundays and select holidays.
Savings - Offered a 401(k), we’re proud to support our associates in planning for retirement. The 401(k) plan empowers associates to save a portion of their paychecks for retirement. Festival Foods has an annual discretionary match to help our associates reach their savings goals.
Support Our Associates - Receive support for their total well-being; including 3 weeks of paid parental leave, a fitness reimbursement program offering savings off of fitness membership fees; our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and LEAPCare Care Coaches, which provide associates confidential care related to hospital visitation, conflict resolution, stress management, marriage or divorce, family issues and depression or anxiety.
Save for Your Future - Offering a 401(k), we’re proud to support our associates in planning for retirement. The 401(k) plan empowers associates to save a portion of their paychecks for retirement. Festival Foods has an annual discretionary match to help our associates reach their savings goals.