Safeway Assistant Store Director-Alexandria Virginia

About the role

The First Assistant Store Director is a key contact for Safeway customers, responsible for the overall operations of the store and its employees.

Responsibilities

• Manage the store's operations during the absence of the Store Director, including store performance, cash, inventory, and security.
• Forecast, schedule, and monitor labor to meet sales and productivity guidelines and wage budgets.
• Support the Store Director in improving product placement and appearance, and ensure proper display and ordering of products.
• Oversee store maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies.
• Provide superior customer service and motivate employees to achieve common objectives.
• Select, train, develop, and manage store employees.

Requirements

• One year of assistant manager experience or two years of department manager experience in a multi-department operation within the retail or service industry.
• A high school diploma or equivalent, with a college degree preferred.
• Strong customer service and supervisory skills.
• A solid understanding of overall store operations.
• Proven ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Travel may be required for training, corporate programs, and assisting other stores.

Skills

• Customer service skills.
• Supervisory skills.
• Leadership skills.
• Time management and organizational skills.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

May be required to work various shifts, including nights, holidays, and weekends. Days off during the work week are seldom taken consecutively.