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Assistant Manager

KJ's Market
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/13/2027

Overview

Come grow with grocery at Kj’s Market! We’re not like other grocery stores – We Create Smiles!  Plus, we’re family-owned and based in the Carolinas since 1922!  Join us where you can create smiles, share your hometown pride, and grow in a fast-paced environment – We need YOU!

 

Benefits for Now and Your Future:

  • Weekly Pay
  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Short & Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program

RETIREMENT

  • 100% Company Funded Pension
  • 401K

 

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for all aspects of managing FPI, DAX & center store balance on hand (BOH). Accountable for achieving budgeted financial results in center store and assists the Store Manager in achieving total store results.
  • Responsible for total store operation in Store Manager's absence.
  • Protects company assets, merchandise, cash, facilities and equipment.
  • Ensures all required shrink functions are performed
  • Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local statutes, regulations and company standards and policies.
  • Controls and effectively schedules grocery department labor.
  • May perform staffing duties, as assigned, including interview and orientation.
  • Responsible for teaching and training departmental staff. Additionally, builds a talent planning bench for the department, including developing and executing development plans for all high-potential and promotable individuals.
  • Responsible for executing weekly pricing audits, weekly pull lists, ad checks, and monthly ALI self-audits. 10. Creates an environment that is enthusiastic, guest focused, and embedded in a selling culture
  • Maintains a safe environment for guests and hosts.
  • Additional duties assigned by Store Manager
  • Qualifications

  • The incumbent should possess the knowledge and skills generally associated with a Bachelor's Degree plus 1-3 years supermarket management experience.
  • Ability to work well with others.
  • Ability to lift 40 lbs. consistently and 60 lbs. occasionally.
  • Ability to supervise people including training and development.
  • Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
  • Effective communication, guest service and selling skills.
  • Ability to bend, kneel, push/pull stock carts and operate pallet jack for extended periods of time.
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