HERO EMERGING STORE MANAGER (MILITARY AND VETERANS)

HERO Emerging Store Manager (Military and Veterans)

Job ID 850012BR Store 09256-ENTERPRISE AL District 500-DOTHAN AL Shift Various Overview

Our mission is to help people live healthier every day and veterans are a big part of our plans. Thats because we know that hiring a military veteran is one of the best decisions we can make.

Youre proven leaders, quick learners, team players and you know how to get the job done and motivate others with passion and pride.

Our Walgreens HERO Program has been crafted with the veteran in mind. Our retail management leadership programs provide training, mentorship and career development in a supportive environment.

And, through our strong education partner Southern New Hampshire University our HERO participants have the added benefit to further their education goals all while working at Walgreens.

• Full-time
• Level : Entry-Level
• Travel : 0%

Success Profile

Check out the traits were looking for and see if you have the right mix.

• Entrepreneurial
• Leadership
• Problem-solver
• Quick-thinking
• Responsible
• Team player

Career Path

Starting as a Shift Lead or Assistant Store Manager Trainee in our HERO Program begins your journey into retail management.

Through training, career development, and hands-on experience, your path to Store Manager will be supported as you advance in the organization.

• Shift Lead / Assistant Store Manager Trainee leads to Assistant Store Manager.
• Assistant Store Manager leads to Store Manager.
• Store Manager

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My coworkers are the most unique and amazing team that I have had the honor to work with since serving in the Military. My Store Manager allows me to work independently, and trusts me to make sure tasks are completed to company expectations.

Arin K., ASM-T Defense Artillery Captain

When I learned about the HERO program, I felt that I met all the requirements and had the necessary experience and knowledge to be successful at Walgreens.

I have always loved working with people and learning new skills. I know that all of my years of work added with my experience in the Military has prepared me to be exceptionally successful, while enjoying what I like the most.

Darnell S., ASM-T Army, E6-Staff Sergeant SNHU : Walgreens Education Partner

Benefits

• 401(k) / Retirement Plans
• Employer Matching
• Continuing Education
• Paid Time Off
• Location
• Military leave & ESGR
• Mentoring
• SNHU tuition discount + supportive resources

HERO Program Summary

The Walgreens HERO Program keeps our nations heroes in mind with an opportunity for veterans to transition their leadership experience into the civilian world.

Through this program, participants start on a path to store management, while pursuing a bachelors degree through Southern New Hampshire University (or other schools), all to help you achieve your long-term career goals.

Job Description

Supervises customer service associates and designated hitters. Responsible for managing front end of the store and making recommendations on the overall operations of the Pharmacy and Retail Store.

Supports Store Manager with the overall operation of the store to achieve company deliverables; Works alternate schedule with the Store Manager with minimal overlap;

Assumes responsibilities of all store activities in the absence of the Store Manager. Ensures proper merchandising, protection of store assets, and improves store sales and profitability.

Leads and manages store team members, including recruitment, hiring, performance management, and discipline of direct reports to ensure teams are engaged and performing their responsibilities to achieve company deliverables.

Customer Experience Walgreens ( ) is included in the Retail Pharmacy USA Division of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq : WBA), a global leader in retail and wholesale pharmacy.

As Americas most loved pharmacy, health and Beauty Company, Walgreens purpose is to champion the health and wellbeing of every community in America.

Operating more than 9,000 retail locations across America, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Walgreens is proud to be a neighborhood health destination serving approximately 8 million customers each day.

Walgreens pharmacists play a critical role in the U.S. healthcare system by providing a wide range of pharmacy and healthcare services.

To best meet the needs of customers and patients, Walgreens offers a true Omni channel experience, with platforms bringing together physical and digital, supported by the latest technology to deliver high-quality products and services in local communities nationwide. Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree with a solid academic record, all majors welcome OR High School Diploma / GED and two years of experience in a supervisory position (does not require experience with direct reports).
• Demonstrated leadership abilities that include professional business ethics, self-motivation, and strong communication skills and strong business acumen.
• Completion of Store Manager training program (LEAP) or willingness to complete Walgreens Leadership Essentials training (for individuals placed in ESM role on or after June 1, 2021) within 12 weeks of ESM start date.
• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English (except in Puerto Rico)
• Willingness to work flexible schedule including extended days, evenings, and weekend hours.
• Willingness to accept promotion into a Store Manager position, if promotion is offered, which could require relocation to a different store location.
• Ability to transfer to other Walgreens retail assets located within the same hiring Area.
• At least 6 months military experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree .
• Internal candidates : Management experience, including supervising others, managing, and assigning work. Experience across both front-end and pharmacy.
• External candidates : Business majors. Prior retail or food industry experience.

The following information is applicable for San Francisco, CA applicants : Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.

The following information is applicable to Colorado only, in accordance with the Colorado Pay Equity Act. Please review the available benefits and salary available for this position by clicking here : .

Walgreens will provide applicants in other states with information related to the position, to the extent required by state or local law, by calling 1-866-967-5492.