Acme Markets
Store Director ACME - MA8 Northern NJ District
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Store Director ACME - MA8 Northern NJ District
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Acme Markets
The Store Director (SD) is responsible for the day‑to‑day operations of the store. The SD has overall responsibility for store operation and employees, including hiring, training, disciplinary action, and scheduling. The Company expects the SD to spend more than half their time directing others, managing the enterprise, and performing activities directly related to those tasks. Any difficulties should be reported to the District Manager and/or Human Resources for additional training.
All SDs must be willing and able to work and train at any store within the district where they are hired.
The stores within this NJ‑based district include: Midland Park, Mahwah, Fort Lee, Denville, Jersey City (18th St & Rt 440), Allendale, Oak Ridge, Boonton, Hoboken, Montclair, Edgewater, Sussex, Blairstown, West NY, Saddle Brook, Vernon, and Mt. Freedom.
Pay transparency:
The current starting salary range is $85k to $120k annually. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. Associates are also eligible for a quarterly bonus based on the store's performance. Total compensation package yearly can include 12 days PTO, 40 hours of sick time, 6 recognized holidays, 401k match of up to 7%, pet insurance, EPA benefits, and more.
Key Accountabilities
Overall management responsibility for the operation of a retail grocery store, including store performance, control of cash, inventory and security, customer service, and staff management.
Track, analyze, and take action to improve store performance by forecasting weekly/daily sales goals and meeting or exceeding established goals.
Communicate sales goals, department performance, and sales opportunities with staff to ensure positive results.
Forecast, schedule, and monitor labor to be consistent with store sales and productivity guidelines and wage budgets; create action plans to address cost control issues.
Develop and direct the execution of strategies to improve product placement and appearance.
Manage display accuracy and appearance to implement promotions; ensure products are properly displayed and ordered to maintain in‑stock conditions.
Manage issues related to store maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation.
Oversee and manage handling of cash and accounting; ensure store is secured.
Prioritize, plan, and coordinate work activities, and manage time and resources so that objectives are met on schedule.
Ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies and procedures, including money handling, check cashing, security, food safety, worker and customer safety, sanitation, consumer protection laws, and accurate wage payments.
Focus on customer satisfaction and needs; ensure employees provide superior customer service through best practices, training, and coaching.
Handle customer and employee complaints, making decisions to resolve them in the best possible manner for customers, employees, and the business.
Select, train, develop, and manage job performance of store employees, with input from other management personnel; recommend hiring and disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Provide constructive suggestions and encouragement, set performance expectations, give honest feedback, and identify assignments to provide developmental opportunities.
Maintain appropriate professional relationships with union officials and ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements, if applicable.
Maintain positive working relationships with direct reports, peers, supervisors, suppliers, and customers, effectively handling complex or difficult situations.
Motivate others to perform the job and work toward common objectives, complying with company policies and serving as a role model.
Ensure the store is properly staffed to meet labor goals, sales goals, and customer needs; take a proactive approach to hiring and engagement.
Make final decisions on hiring candidates, conduct interviews, and meet with prospective employees.
Ensure new hires are aware of all policies and procedures, receive required training, and are evaluated; make final decisions on eligibility to pass probationary period.
Knowledge And Experience Education Level:
High School Diploma (or equivalent) required; College degree preferred.
Experience Level
3–5 years as a Store Manager responsible for managing a department/team within a multi‑department retail, hospitality, or service operation, OR 5+ years of managerial experience in an Assistant Manager capacity with P&L ownership, inventory ordering, and schedule writing.
Retail grocery experience required; food safety certification preferred.
Experience working with unions preferred.
Skills And Experiences
Strong planning and organizational skills; strong math and analytical skills.
Demonstrated prior customer service and supervisory skills or related experience.
Strong understanding of overall retail store operations.
Strong leadership and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Computer literate.
Ability to make quality decisions while working under time constraints.
Ability to maintain good relationships with others.
P&L ownership.
Schedule writing.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS To stores and corporate office as needed.
Physical Environment
Ability to sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time.
Ability to reach, lift, stack, and maneuver objects of varying dimensions and weights up to approximately 55 lbs.
May spend extended periods of time at a desk or computer terminal.
May use calculators, keyboards, telephone, computers, and other office equipment during normal workday.
Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of some job duties.
Workday is fast paced; holidays, evenings, and weekend work may be required.
Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.
Albertsons Companies – Equal Opportunity Employer
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Sales and Business Development
Industries
Retail
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Store Director ACME - MA8 Northern NJ District
role at
Acme Markets
The Store Director (SD) is responsible for the day‑to‑day operations of the store. The SD has overall responsibility for store operation and employees, including hiring, training, disciplinary action, and scheduling. The Company expects the SD to spend more than half their time directing others, managing the enterprise, and performing activities directly related to those tasks. Any difficulties should be reported to the District Manager and/or Human Resources for additional training.
All SDs must be willing and able to work and train at any store within the district where they are hired.
The stores within this NJ‑based district include: Midland Park, Mahwah, Fort Lee, Denville, Jersey City (18th St & Rt 440), Allendale, Oak Ridge, Boonton, Hoboken, Montclair, Edgewater, Sussex, Blairstown, West NY, Saddle Brook, Vernon, and Mt. Freedom.
Pay transparency:
The current starting salary range is $85k to $120k annually. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. Associates are also eligible for a quarterly bonus based on the store's performance. Total compensation package yearly can include 12 days PTO, 40 hours of sick time, 6 recognized holidays, 401k match of up to 7%, pet insurance, EPA benefits, and more.
Key Accountabilities
Overall management responsibility for the operation of a retail grocery store, including store performance, control of cash, inventory and security, customer service, and staff management.
Track, analyze, and take action to improve store performance by forecasting weekly/daily sales goals and meeting or exceeding established goals.
Communicate sales goals, department performance, and sales opportunities with staff to ensure positive results.
Forecast, schedule, and monitor labor to be consistent with store sales and productivity guidelines and wage budgets; create action plans to address cost control issues.
Develop and direct the execution of strategies to improve product placement and appearance.
Manage display accuracy and appearance to implement promotions; ensure products are properly displayed and ordered to maintain in‑stock conditions.
Manage issues related to store maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation.
Oversee and manage handling of cash and accounting; ensure store is secured.
Prioritize, plan, and coordinate work activities, and manage time and resources so that objectives are met on schedule.
Ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies and procedures, including money handling, check cashing, security, food safety, worker and customer safety, sanitation, consumer protection laws, and accurate wage payments.
Focus on customer satisfaction and needs; ensure employees provide superior customer service through best practices, training, and coaching.
Handle customer and employee complaints, making decisions to resolve them in the best possible manner for customers, employees, and the business.
Select, train, develop, and manage job performance of store employees, with input from other management personnel; recommend hiring and disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Provide constructive suggestions and encouragement, set performance expectations, give honest feedback, and identify assignments to provide developmental opportunities.
Maintain appropriate professional relationships with union officials and ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements, if applicable.
Maintain positive working relationships with direct reports, peers, supervisors, suppliers, and customers, effectively handling complex or difficult situations.
Motivate others to perform the job and work toward common objectives, complying with company policies and serving as a role model.
Ensure the store is properly staffed to meet labor goals, sales goals, and customer needs; take a proactive approach to hiring and engagement.
Make final decisions on hiring candidates, conduct interviews, and meet with prospective employees.
Ensure new hires are aware of all policies and procedures, receive required training, and are evaluated; make final decisions on eligibility to pass probationary period.
Knowledge And Experience Education Level:
High School Diploma (or equivalent) required; College degree preferred.
Experience Level
3–5 years as a Store Manager responsible for managing a department/team within a multi‑department retail, hospitality, or service operation, OR 5+ years of managerial experience in an Assistant Manager capacity with P&L ownership, inventory ordering, and schedule writing.
Retail grocery experience required; food safety certification preferred.
Experience working with unions preferred.
Skills And Experiences
Strong planning and organizational skills; strong math and analytical skills.
Demonstrated prior customer service and supervisory skills or related experience.
Strong understanding of overall retail store operations.
Strong leadership and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Computer literate.
Ability to make quality decisions while working under time constraints.
Ability to maintain good relationships with others.
P&L ownership.
Schedule writing.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS To stores and corporate office as needed.
Physical Environment
Ability to sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time.
Ability to reach, lift, stack, and maneuver objects of varying dimensions and weights up to approximately 55 lbs.
May spend extended periods of time at a desk or computer terminal.
May use calculators, keyboards, telephone, computers, and other office equipment during normal workday.
Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of some job duties.
Workday is fast paced; holidays, evenings, and weekend work may be required.
Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.
Albertsons Companies – Equal Opportunity Employer
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Sales and Business Development
Industries
Retail
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