Manager Trainee

We are seeking a focused people-leader with a passion for retail who is energized by the opportunity to be a visible, working manager in the grocery department, as well as the front-end of the store. In this role, you will take on a variety of hands-on responsibilities, putting in the work in a fast-paced environment to develop the skills that will bring you to the next level of management.

Designed as a learning role with the ultimate goal of continuing up the Dierbergs career ladder, as a Manager Trainee, you will learn all aspects of the grocery business, from customer service to operations. Additionally, you will learn how to Be Dierbergs, fostering a culture where you and others feel welcome, included, and celebrated. In this role, your responsibilities will include :

• Holding yourself accountable to a self-directed training program to gain the skills, knowledge, and expertise required to efficiently oversee the grocery and front-end department
• Acting as boots-on-the-ground support and backup for Associates across store departments, from the front-end of the store to the backroom
• Partnering closely with our Core Management team to lead, direct, and supervise Associates, fostering a positive team environment
• Responding to and resolving Associate issues including, but not limited to, addressing schedule concerns, holding Associates accountable for job performance, and handling customer complaints
• Building and maintaining relationships with vendors and assisting the Core Management team in holding vendors accountable to Dierbergs standards
• Providing exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive shopping experience for customers
• Collaborating with our Core Management team to understand variables that impact store profitability and assists with controlling such variables, including gross margin, inventory control, and operating expenses
• Assisting in payroll management, Associate scheduling, inventory and ordering, and vendor partnerships
• Acting as a Store Manager in their absence, demonstrating real-time leadership and decision-making skills
• Other duties as assigned

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What's in it for you?

At Dierbergs, we value individuals who embody our core BEhaviors : Be Connected, Be Curious, Be Courageous, Be Caring, Be People Centric, Be a Contributor, Be a Cultivator, and in all you do, Be YOU. If you're ready to make an impact and be part of a vibrant team, apply now!

This description is representative only and is not all inclusive of the tasks that an Associate in the position may be required to perform.