ASSISTANT STORE LEADER (STORE LEADER TRAINING PROGRAM)

Job Summary

Individuals applying to this opening will be considered for Store Leadership opportunities in and around the Pittsburgh South area)

The position of Assistant Store Leader is intended as a developmental role for the Store Leader position. It is essential to lead and model, understand, enforce and promote safety processes and requirements.

Lead by representing the organization in a professional manner through appearance, language and behavior. Promote and develop individuals with mutual respect, inclusion, diversity and dignity.

Job Description

• Experience Required : 3 to 5 years; 3+ years Leadership experience within multiple lines of business
• Experience Desired : Retail Leadership experience
• Education Desired : High school diploma or equivalent
• Lifting Requirement : Up to 50 pounds

Job Responsibilities

• Know, understand and model safe work practices and food safety at all times by promoting a zero defects incident attitude, proper training, coaching and recognition of Team Leaders and Team Members to ensure all equipment is properly maintained, cleanliness expectations and sanitation requirements are met.
• Promote inclusion, diversity, mutual respect and dignity among Team Leaders and Team Members.
• Follow and improve the Assistant Store Leader Work Design.
• Make the store a great place to work creatively through events, fun exercises or any other avenue to build team morale
• Reward and recognize Team Leaders and Team Members for outstanding performance, as well as addressing under performance by analyzing all service metrics
• Complete final interviews and make all hiring decisions for areas of responsibility in conjunction with the Team Leaders.
• Ensure all Team Members receive an enriching on-boarding process and comprehensive training.
• Oversee and evaluate training provided to Team Members to reduce turnover, promote efficiency and control labor costs
• Promote the continuous development of diverse talent of Team Members and identify candidates for the Team Leader Development Program.
• Conduct regular team meetings to keep Team Leaders informed of current events and to gain feedback.
• Interact daily with customers, identify trends, set goals and create and implement action plans.
• Communicate the company's strategic plan as well as the store's specific plan to the Team Leaders and ensure they are supporting these plans in their daily operations.
• Ensure departmental financial information is accurate, sales are correctly stated, purchases are recorded correctly and inventory counts are accurate.
• Ensure Team Leaders are scheduling Team Members through SMART Track and delegating work assignments to the needs of the business and in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement (where applicable).

About Us

At Giant Eagle Inc., were more than just food, fuel and convenience. Were one giant family of diverse and talented Team Members.

Our people are the heart and soul of our company. Its why we strive to create a nurturing environment that offers countless career opportunities to grow.

Deep caring and solid family values are what makes us one of the top work places for jobs in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus and Indianapolis Areas.

From our Warehouses to our GetGos, our grocery Stores through our Corporate home office, we are working together to put food on shoppers' tables and smiles on their faces.

Were always searching for the best Team Members to welcome to our family. We invite you to join our Giant Eagle family. Come start a lasting career with us.