Position Summary
Supports the Store Manager in daily supermarket operations. Ensures all departments run smoothly, are properly supplied, and deliver excellent customer service. Provides leadership, coordination, and problem-solving to maintain a clean, efficient, and customer-focused store environment. Spanish and English fluency is required to support both staff and customers.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Store Operations
- Monitor all departments to ensure smooth, efficient daily operations.
- Conduct walkthroughs to identify issues, maintenance needs, or improvement opportunities.
- Support department leads with workflow, staffing, and task execution.
- Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and merchandising standards.
Inventory & Supplies
- Confirm each department has necessary tools, supplies, and product levels.
- Coordinate with department managers to prevent stockouts or overstocking.
- Assist with receiving, organizing, and maintaining accurate inventory flow.
- Communicate supply needs to Store Manager or purchasing team.
Customer Service
- Ensure customers receive prompt, friendly, and professional service.
- Resolve customer concerns with a calm, solution-oriented approach.
- Support staff in maintaining store cleanliness and a positive shopping experience.
Team Leadership
- Assist in training, coaching, and supervising employees across all departments.
- Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.
- Provide performance feedback and support employee development.
- Step in to assist departments during peak times or staffing shortages.
Administrative Support
- Assist with scheduling, timekeeping, and labor management.
- Support opening/closing procedures, including cash handling and security checks.
- Help track store performance metrics and support improvement initiatives.
- Serve as Manager-on-Duty when the Store Manager is unavailable.
Qualifications
- Fluent in Spanish and English (required).
- Experience in retail, grocery, or supermarket operations preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Customer-focused mindset with strong service standards.
- Basic understanding of inventory and store operations.
- Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays.