Assistant Store Manager

Assistant Store Manager

A Greer’s Assistant Manager is committed to delivering more than is expected to customers and team members by providing a positive first impression and by living the Greer’s Team Vision “To bring added joy, well-being and value to people’s lives!” every day.

A Greer’s Assistant Manager leads the day to day activities of an individual Company-owned store in the absence of the Store Director, ensuring all departments are fully staffed, trained and operating to Company standards with the Company Vision and Mission in mind. Assistant Manager is responsible in the absence of the Store Director total store operations including store schedules, activities and Associates to ensue store financial and other objectives are reached consistent with Company policies and procedures, and federal, state and local laws. Assistant Manager is responsible at all times for providing a workplace of mutual respect and opportunities for growth.

Position Requirements:

High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Three to Five (3-5) years’ experience in a retail grocery environment with increasing levels of responsibility.

Two (2) years’ experience as a Front End/3rd Key Manager or similar level role.

Proven leadership skills.

Knowledge in departmental processes and financial management practices in the retail supermarket industry.

Must have a strong knowledge base in supermarket retail and core business practices that affect retail supermarket operations.

Creates an environment that seeks innovation, fresh new ideas and perspectives that create value and produce financial results.

Must possess the ability to accomplish a win/win result in all negotiation processes entered.

Must possess the ability to be forward thinking and have global perspective, while delivering financial results with all initiatives.

Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills to develop and maintain effective business relationships internally and externally.

Basic Skills & Physical Requirements:

• Requires retail background with prior management level experience related to retail operations. Requires a thorough understanding of overall Company practices, policies and procedures.
• Requires strong written and oral communications skills, good leadership and interpersonal skills, and the proven ability to manage people. Requires knowledge of every position under the Assistant Manager’s supervision. Requires knowledge of employment laws and workplace practice policies. Requires knowledge and compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
• Must be friendly and courteous and take initiative in performance of duties. Maintains composure in dealing with customers, co-workers, vendors and other business partners in the store. Must have the ability to concentrate and deal with interruptions and customer complaints, etc. Interacts effectively with all levels of personnel, customers, vendors, agencies and the public.
• Must be able to identify needs, problems, and opportunities and work with Store Director to make short and long term decisions in order to maximize sales and gross margins. Some business and financial knowledge is required. Requires knowledge of basic accounting and computer software. Must have working knowledge of profit and loss statements. Must have the knowledge and ability to implement emergency procedures, including response to equipment and computer software malfunctions. Familiar with emergency plans in the event of natural disaster, serious accident or uncommon event(s).
• Must sit, stand or walk for long period of time and be able to reach, lift, stack and maneuver object of varying dimensions and weights up to approximately 50 lbs. Ability to operate, push and pull fully loaded hand trucks and pallet jacks. Must cover temporarily for various positions throughout the store as required. May utilitze cleaning supplies and chemicals from time to time.
• Mental alertness is necessary to ensure safe and accurate completion of work activities.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required. Will be required from time to time to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Scheduled hours will vary. Good attendance is required.

Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Essential Duties:

• Primary duty is management of overall store operations in the absence of the Store Director. In that regard, assists in implementing Company and Division merchandising, operating and sales initiatives. Understands and is able to communicate Company goals, objectives, policies, practices, and procedures to store team,