What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Store Director position at Albertsons?
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Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!
At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.
Main responsibilities:
- Direct and control the daily operations of the Grocery Department, including Frozen, Dairy, and Liquor/Beer sections.
- Supervise, train, schedule, and develop Grocery Department employees.
- Maintain in‑stock conditions, product quality, rotation, sanitation, safety, and compliance with all standards.
- Implement company and division merchandising, operating, and pricing policies; control shrink and support inventory processes.
- Order grocery products and oversee receiving, stocking, pricing, and merchandising.
- Lead and model excellent customer service for both department and store teams.
- Address customer inquiries and complaints professionally.
- Review and understand Profit & Loss statements to guide department planning and promotions.
- Recommend personnel actions and support positive employee relations and morale.
We are looking for candidates who possess the following:
Soft skills:
- Strong communication (verbal and written).
- Effective leadership and team‑building abilities.
- Excellent customer service mindset and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to stay calm under pressure.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills.
Competencies:
- Leadership & People Management
- Operational Excellence & Execution
- Customer Focus
- Inventory and Merchandising Management
- Business and Financial Acumen
- Compliance, Safety, and Regulatory Knowledge
- Decision‑Making & Problem‑Solving
Knowledge:
- Retail operations and store procedures.
- Company policies, merchandising standards, and emergency procedures.
- Employment laws and workplace practices.
- Math, accounting, and general computer systems/software.
- Profit and loss statement interpretation.
Abilities:
- Lead and supervise employees effectively across multiple store areas.
- Plan and execute strategies to grow sales and improve gross margin.
- Lift up to 50 lbs and operate equipment such as pallet jacks or hand trucks when needed.
- Work varied hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Perform occasional manual labor and assist in other departments when required.
Other requirements:
- Regular and reliable attendance.
- Compliance with company grooming and dress standards.
- Ability to work in varied temperature environments (freezer, cooler, hot cases).
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Use of basic cleaning supplies and safety tools as needed.
We also provide a variety of benefits including:
- Competitive wages paid weekly
- Associate discounts
- Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
- Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
- Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
- An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve
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Pay Transparency:
Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on things like location, experience, qualifications, and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Dependent on length of service, hours worked, any applicable collective bargaining agreement and/or Company policy, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay*, PTO/Vacation pay*, paid holidays*, bereavement pay and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility). Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus, subject to Company bonus plans. Applications are accepted on an on-going basis.
- For roles in Washington State: Sick pay and PTO/Vacation pay are accrued based on hours worked and paid holidays are issued at 7-9 days annually.
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!
Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.
Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.
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Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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