Center Store Manager

ABOUT US – SAVE MART SOUTH LAKE TAHOE

Welcome to Save Mart’s newest location opening in South Lake Tahoe in March 2026 -Where exceptional experience meets alpine charm. Our beautifully renovated 38,000 sq. ft. store showcases the latest in our “Fresh Forward” design, blending vibrant colors and natural materials to create an elevated shopping experience that reflects the spirit of the Sierra.

This store is more than just a place to shop. It’s a destination that connects with both locals and visitors through quality-focused merchandising and brand storytelling that celebrates freshness, community, and the beauty of one of California’s most iconic year-round locations.

As part of our team, you’ll help build meaningful relationships with great suppliers and contribute to a store that represents the future vision of Save Mart. Join us in shaping a space that’s rooted in community, driven by innovation, and inspired by the natural surroundings of South Lake Tahoe.

We are currently recruiting for the position of:

Center Store Manager - 1020 Al Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

The Center Store Manager ensures that our customers’ needs are met and exceeded through effective day-to-day management of the operations and merchandising functions for the Center Store Department. This position oversees Center Store product and conditions to optimize sales, profits, and customer satisfaction (including back room and steel/shelving and conditions, inventory, schematics, and pricing).

The Center Store Manager provides leadership and direction to Center Store associates to promote a culture reflective of Lucky's mission statement and winning behaviors. This position trains and develops associates to enable their success and ability to advance in their careers. The Center Store Manager manages department performance and productivity to optimize store performance.

Some of our competitive benefits offerings include generous benefits packages (Health, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D, 401K), tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities, vacation and personal holidays, and in-store purchase discounts.

Hiring pay range: $31.54 - 34.98

Education: Two-year college degree (or equivalent knowledge gained through formal education, specialized training, or additional job experience)
Experience: Completion of Assistant Center Store Manager rotation – or - two years equivalent management experience – or - in current Bakery Department Manager or Meat Department Manager or Produce Department Manager role
Other: Must be available to work a variety of required retail hours; must be forklift certified
Physical: Requires standing and other physical movements on a frequent basis. Requires lifting up to 40 lbs. without assistance

Competencies:

• Customer Focus
• Leading People
• Management Skills
• Personal/Interpersonal Skills
• Strong communication, interpersonal, leadership/team building, customer service, training, organization, math and administration (to include department financial) skills.
• Knowledge of department operations and financials, store hazardous materials and food safety rules, products, visual merchandising techniques, use and care of center store equipment and tools, applicable union contractual agreement language.

Reference: req40127

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The Save Mart Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome resumes from individuals who will contribute to our diverse workforce.