Store Co Director

About the Position

Model and promote our values of passion, excellence, hospitality, and teamwork in every interaction. Serve as a visible, accessible leader on the sales floor, supporting team members and engaging with guests. Recruit, hire, and develop team members, building a strong pipeline of future leaders. Oversee sales departments (Produce & Floral, Meat & Seafood, Bakery, Deli & CMS, and Center Store) to ensure merchandising, signage, and assortment reflect local guest needs and our brand standards. Manage key financial areas, including sales, gross margin, labor planning, inventory control, and shrink reduction. Partner with department managers to ensure effective ordering, scheduling, and workload planning. Maintain full compliance with food safety, sanitation, risk management, and all regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive management experience in supermarkets, retail, restaurants, hospitality, or general business
• Demonstrated success overseeing multiple departments or store-wide operations
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to achieve sales, margin, labor, and operational goals
• Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills
• Basic proficiency with POS systems, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Food Safety Certification or ability to obtain after hire
• Must be 21 years of age or older

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, retail management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience leading in a grocery or high-volume specialty retail environment
• Proven success in developing strong teams and delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Bilingual skills a plus

Physical and Work Conditions

• Repetitive hand/arm movements, bending, reaching, and the ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds independently
• Exposure to extreme temperatures
• Use of tools and equipment such as knives, ladders, stepstools, box cutters, and pallet jacks
• Standing or walking for long periods (up to 4 hours or as required by law)
• Required use of approved hats, hair nets, beard guards, and personal protective equipment