Assistant Store Director (ASD)-KINGS District - Kings Food Markets : Job Details

Assistant Store Director (ASD) - Kings District role at Kings Food Markets. The ASD is actively involved in customer service, assists the Store Director with total store operations, and may supervise 100+ bargaining unit and non-contract employees.

• Overall management responsibility for operation of the retail grocery store during the Store Director's absence, including store performance, cash control, inventory and security, customer service, and staff management.
• Track, analyze, and act to improve store performance by forecasting 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 line with sales and productivity guidelines and wage budgets; create action plans to address cost control issues.
• Support Store Director with development and direction in executing strategies to improve product placement and appearance.
• Monitor display accuracy and appearance to implement promotions; ensure products are properly displayed and ordered to maintain in-stock conditions.
• Manage issues related to store maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation.
• Oversee and monitor cash handling and accounting; ensure store security.
• Prioritize, plan, and coordinate work activities; manage time and resources to meet objectives.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies (e.g., check cashing, security, safety, sanitation, wage and hour).
• Focus on customer satisfaction; ensure employees provide superior customer service.
• Select, train, develop, and manage job performance of store employees, with assistance from other management personnel.
• Provide constructive feedback, set performance expectations, and identify developmental opportunities.
• Maintain professional relationships with union officials and ensure compliance with applicable collective bargaining provisions, if any.
• Maintain positive working relationships with direct reports, peers, supervisors, suppliers, and customers; handle difficult situations effectively.
• Motivate others to perform and serve as a role model; instill a positive attitude in employees.
• May perform other management duties to keep the store functioning effectively.

• Minimum of one year of assistant manager experience managing a department/team within a multi-department operation in retail or service, or two years as a department manager with similar responsibility.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree is preferred.
• Strong customer service and supervisory skills.
• Perishable inventory management experience (no exceptions).
• Solid understanding of overall store operations.
• Proven ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills.
• Physical ability to repeatedly use hands, arms, legs, and feet for sustained actions (e.g., walking, stocking).
• Ability to stand for extended periods in a fast-paced environment.

• Schedule writing
• Shrink management
• 2+ years of experience managing in a food-based industry
• Union experience

May be required to travel for training or corporate programs and focus groups; travel to other stores to assist may also be required.

Stores operate 24 hours in many locations; applicants must accommodate a variety of shifts, long hours, nights, holidays, and weekends. Days off during the work week are rarely consecutive. The ASD spends a significant portion of the day on the sales floor managing employees and interacting with customers.

Albertsons Companies – Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary range varies by location and experience. Example: Queens, NY $72,400.00-$101,400.00; Westchester County, NY $28.00-$33.00; White Plains, NY $66,600.00-$93,300.00. Benefits may include PTO, sick time, holidays, 401k match, pet insurance, EPA benefits, and more. Referrals can increase interview chances.