Safeway
Albertsons‑Safeway’s Northern California Division has an opening for a Store Director in Danville, California (Store 1211, District 7). The Store Director is responsible for the day‑to‑day operations of the store and has overall responsibility for the store operation and its employees. The role focuses on directing others, managing the enterprise, and addressing any difficulties in these activities. Internal applicants must pass the Store Director Selection (SDS) interview process prior to placement in the role.
Salary range:
$80,300 to $121,000 annually. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates.
Responsibilities
Overall management responsibility for the operation of a retail grocery store, including store performance, cash control, inventory, security, customer service, and staff management.
Track, analyze, and take action to improve store performance through forecasting of 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 in accordance 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 and ensure that products are properly displayed and ordered to maintain in‑stock conditions.
Handle store maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation issues.
Oversee handling of cash and accounting; ensure the store is secured.
Prioritize, plan, and coordinate work activities, managing time and resources so that objectives are timely met.
Ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies and procedures, including money handling, check cashing, security, food safety, worker and customer safety, sanitation, and consumer protection laws.
Focus on customer satisfaction; ensure employees provide superior customer service through best practices, training, and coaching.
Handle customer and employee complaints, making decisions to resolve all disputes in the best possible manner.
Select, train, develop, and manage job performance of store employees; recommend hiring and disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Provide constructive feedback, set performance expectations, and identify assignments that provide developmental opportunities.
Maintain appropriate professional relationships with union officials and comply with collective bargaining agreement provisions, 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; serve as a role model by complying with company policies and procedures.
Ensure the store is properly staffed to meet labor goals, sales goals, and customer needs; proactively hire and engage staff as needed.
Make the final decision on hiring candidates, conduct interviews, and meet with prospective employees.
Ensure new hires are aware of all policies, procedures, and receive the required training; evaluate new hires, provide feedback, and determine eligibility to pass the probationary period.
Qualifications
Education Level: High School Diploma (or equivalent) required; College degree preferred.
Experience: Three years as a Store Manager responsible for a department/team within a multi‑department operation, or five or more years of retail or managerial experience in an Assistant Manager capacity.
Required retail grocery experience.
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 get along with others.
Travel Requirements: None.
Physical Environment: Ability to sit, stand or walk for extended periods; reach, lift, stack, and maneuver objects up to approximately 55 lbs; use calculators, keyboards, telephone, computers and other office equipment; stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required; workday fast paced; holiday, evening and weekend work may be required.
Why you will choose us
Diverse & Inclusive Work Culture
Competitive Wages
Bonus Eligible, where applicable
Flexible work schedules
Associate discounts
Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development
Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
Vacation / Paid Time Off
Our Values We put people first.
We are customer driven.
We value different perspectives.
We raise the bar.
We act as owners.
We are one team.
We build belonging.
We are committed to a healthy future.
About Us Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. We have a new vision: forging a retail winner that is admired for national strength with deep local roots, that offers an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how a customer chooses to shop with us. We want talented individuals to be a part of this journey! Come bring your flavor!
Seniority Level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Sales and Business Development
Industries Retail
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Salary range:
$80,300 to $121,000 annually. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates.
Responsibilities
Overall management responsibility for the operation of a retail grocery store, including store performance, cash control, inventory, security, customer service, and staff management.
Track, analyze, and take action to improve store performance through forecasting of 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 in accordance 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 and ensure that products are properly displayed and ordered to maintain in‑stock conditions.
Handle store maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation issues.
Oversee handling of cash and accounting; ensure the store is secured.
Prioritize, plan, and coordinate work activities, managing time and resources so that objectives are timely met.
Ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies and procedures, including money handling, check cashing, security, food safety, worker and customer safety, sanitation, and consumer protection laws.
Focus on customer satisfaction; ensure employees provide superior customer service through best practices, training, and coaching.
Handle customer and employee complaints, making decisions to resolve all disputes in the best possible manner.
Select, train, develop, and manage job performance of store employees; recommend hiring and disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Provide constructive feedback, set performance expectations, and identify assignments that provide developmental opportunities.
Maintain appropriate professional relationships with union officials and comply with collective bargaining agreement provisions, 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; serve as a role model by complying with company policies and procedures.
Ensure the store is properly staffed to meet labor goals, sales goals, and customer needs; proactively hire and engage staff as needed.
Make the final decision on hiring candidates, conduct interviews, and meet with prospective employees.
Ensure new hires are aware of all policies, procedures, and receive the required training; evaluate new hires, provide feedback, and determine eligibility to pass the probationary period.
Qualifications
Education Level: High School Diploma (or equivalent) required; College degree preferred.
Experience: Three years as a Store Manager responsible for a department/team within a multi‑department operation, or five or more years of retail or managerial experience in an Assistant Manager capacity.
Required retail grocery experience.
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 get along with others.
Travel Requirements: None.
Physical Environment: Ability to sit, stand or walk for extended periods; reach, lift, stack, and maneuver objects up to approximately 55 lbs; use calculators, keyboards, telephone, computers and other office equipment; stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required; workday fast paced; holiday, evening and weekend work may be required.
Why you will choose us
Diverse & Inclusive Work Culture
Competitive Wages
Bonus Eligible, where applicable
Flexible work schedules
Associate discounts
Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development
Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
Vacation / Paid Time Off
Our Values We put people first.
We are customer driven.
We value different perspectives.
We raise the bar.
We act as owners.
We are one team.
We build belonging.
We are committed to a healthy future.
About Us Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. We have a new vision: forging a retail winner that is admired for national strength with deep local roots, that offers an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how a customer chooses to shop with us. We want talented individuals to be a part of this journey! Come bring your flavor!
Seniority Level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Sales and Business Development
Industries Retail
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