Assistant Store Director - Central MA

Why choose us?

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!

Are you ready to take the next step in your retail leadership 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 a results-driven leader who wants to make an impact. In this role, you'll lead store teams, drive sales performance, and create an outstanding customer experience. This is a high-visibility leadership position in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact store success.

Main responsibilities:

• Support the Store Director in leading all day-to-day store operations, including staffing, merchandising, inventory, and customer service
• Supervise, coach, and develop department managers and store associates to achieve performance goals
• Drive sales and profitability by executing merchandising strategies and achieving key business metrics (sales, labor, shrink, and inventory)
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience by modeling strong service standards and building customer loyalty
• Ensure store readiness through effective product presentation, pricing, stocking, and organization
• Act as the leader on duty and take full responsibility for store operations in the absence of the Store Director
• Maintain compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and workplace safety practices
• Manage scheduling, staffing levels, and performance, including coaching and corrective action when needed
• Use proven retail selling techniques to increase sales and enhance the customer experience

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

• Soft skills:

• Strong leadership and team development skills

• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities

• Customer-first mindset with a passion for service excellence

• Ability to lead in a fast-paced, results-driven environment

• Sound judgment and confident decision-making

• Competencies:

• Retail operations leadership

• Team performance management and coaching

• Business acumen and results orientation

• Conflict resolution and accountability leadership

• Prioritization and time management

• Knowledge:

• Retail store operations, including merchandising, inventory, and labor management

• Customer service best practices and sales-driving behaviors

• Food safety, workplace safety, and policy compliance standards

• Abilities:

• Ability to lead and supervise teams of 10-250 associates

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Strong problem-solving and operational decision-making skills

• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and peak business periods

• Educational requirements: High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or certifications preferred

• Travel requirements: Limited travel; flexibility to support multiple store locations as needed

• Other requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old

• Previous experience as a Department Manager or equivalent retail leadership role preferred

• Ability to work approximately 45 hours per week, including peak business times

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• 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

Our Values - Click below to view video: ACI Values

A copy of the full job description can be made available to you.

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.

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

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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