Overview
Join our dynamic team as an Assistant Manager at Towner Groceries, where you will play a vital role in driving store success through effective management, exceptional customer service, and operational excellence. This energetic position offers an exciting opportunity to lead a retail sales team, oversee daily store operations, and ensure a welcoming shopping environment for our valued customers. As an integral part of our retail community, you will foster teamwork, implement strategic initiatives, and contribute to the growth of our grocery store.
Responsibilities
- Assist in managing daily store operations, including inventory control, merchandising, and stock replenishment to ensure product availability and presentation standards are met.
- Lead and supervise retail sales staff by providing training, coaching, and performance feedback to promote a motivated and high-performing team.
- Oversee customer service interactions, ensuring positive experiences through effective communication, problem-solving, and personalized assistance.
- Handle purchasing decisions, pricing strategies, and POS (Point of Sale) system operations to facilitate smooth transactions and accurate cash handling.
- Manage employee orientation, interviewing new candidates, and participating in recruiting efforts to build a skilled workforce aligned with store goals.
- Maintain accurate bookkeeping and payroll records while ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
- Implement operational procedures related to inventory management, shrink reduction, and safety protocols to optimize store efficiency.
- Coordinate shift management duties, including scheduling staff coverage during peak hours and managing day-to-day store activities.
- Support marketing initiatives by executing promotional displays and merchandising strategies that enhance sales performance.
- Uphold excellent communication skills with team members and management to foster a collaborative work environment focused on continuous improvement.
Experience
- Proven assistant manager experience within the retail industry or grocery sector is preferred.
- Demonstrated supervisory experience with a track record of leading retail sales teams effectively.
- Strong knowledge of retail management systems such as POS systems and inventory control software.
- Experience in negotiating with vendors or suppliers to secure favorable purchasing terms is advantageous.
- Familiarity with employee orientation, training & development programs, and recruiting processes.
- Basic math skills for cash handling, pricing adjustments, and sales calculations are essential.
- Multilingual or bilingual abilities are a plus for serving diverse customer bases effectively.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong leadership qualities combined with managerial communication skills to motivate staff and drive store success.
Join us as an Assistant Manager at Towner Groceries where your leadership will make a tangible difference! We’re committed to fostering a vibrant work environment that supports your professional growth while delivering outstanding service to our community.
Pay: From $21.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
