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Job Description
Grocery Person in Charge
Job Description
Reports To: Store Director
Position Type: Hourly
Location: Retail Stores
Department: Grocery
Date: May 2023
About the Intermountain Division
Diversity is fundamental at Albertsons Companies. We foster an inclusive working environment where the
different strengths and perspectives of each associate are both recognized and valued. Bring your energy and
unique perspective to the Intermountain Division and you will have the opportunity to grow with us
professionally and personally. You will be part of a team that genuinely cares about helping you succeed. You
will work alongside talented colleagues, many of whom build long careers while progressing through multiple
roles and making a difference in our communities.
Albertsons Companies is working to become the favorite food and drug retailer in every market it serves. The
organization includes 2,230 stores, 27 distribution facilities and 19 manufacturing plants with over 250,000
employees across 34 states and the District of Columbia. The company is publicly traded with supermarkets
across the country that includes: Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Pavilions, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Carrs, ACME,
Jewel-Osco, Lucky, Shaw's, Star Market, Super Saver, United Supermarkets, Market Street and Amigos.
PURPOSE:
Assists the Grocery Manager in directing the operation of the Grocery Department (including Frozen, Dairy &
Liquor/Beer), including supervising and training personnel. Assists in ordering, receiving, storing, pricing,
stocking and merchandising. May direct and control the operation of the entire store in the absence of the
Store Director and the Grocery Manager.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Champions Company and Division customer service programs to meet or exceed Division customer
service goals. Handles customer relation in a positive manner, including effective resolution of
customer complaints. Promotes Albertson's/Safeway's philosophy of personalized service.
• Performs ordering, receiving, storing, pricing, stocking and merchandising duties. Assists the Grocery
Manager in planning, organizing and directing day-to-day operations of the grocery department and
front end functions, including recommendations regarding regular and seasonal merchandise
requirements and special sales needs. Assists in implementing Company and Division merchandising
policies and/or Store Director instructions.
• May act as back up checker. Engages in suggestive selling and other sales techniques.
• Responsible for the proper accounting of sales, maintenance and storage of cash register detail tapes
and the issuance and pick up of money from check stands.
DUTIES AND RESPOSIBILITIES (CONTINUED)
• Prepares "to do list" for night stockers, closes out discontinued items and implements price changing
procedures.
• Controls shrink. Prevents the sale of out of code products.
• Opens and closes the store.
• Ensures compliance with Company sanitation, safety, security and other policies. Recommends
corrective action as needed.
• Implements emergency procedures in the event of equipment and computer software malfunctions.
• Responsible for the overall operation of the store including supervision of all employees and the
handling of customer complaints, in the absence of the Store Director and the Grocery Manager.
• May perform duties of the Receiving Clerk in the absence of the Receiving Clerk.
• Responsible for performing all job duties with accuracy, honesty and integrity.
• Other necessary and required duties and responsibilities as assigned.
PHYSICAL AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Requires an extensive retail background with prior management experience related to retail
operations.
• Requires a thorough understanding of overall Company practices, policies and procedures.
• Requires strong written and oral communication skills, good leadership and interpersonal skills, the
proven ability to manage and develop people, and the ability to maintain composure in dealing with
customers, vendors and co-workers.
• Ability to be a team player. Ability to supervise employees assigned. Knowledge of employment laws
and workplace practices policies is required. Requires knowledge and compliance with state and
federal regulations.
• Friendly, courteous, takes initiative, and maintains composure in dealing with customers, co-workers
and vendors as well as having the ability to concentrate and deal with interruptions and customer
complaints, etc. Interacts effectively with all levels of personnel, customers, vendors and the public.
• Analytical ability to handle administrative details such as planning, reporting, meeting operation
objectives, scheduling, supervising and making hiring and disciplinary action recommendations. Ability
to judge and react to business activity. Knowledge of basic mathematics and weights and measures.
Must have knowledge of product variety, product location and perishability.
• Ability to deal with vendors, customers, the public and government agencies. Ability to work at
different times of the day, weekends and holidays and with little or no supervision.
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of check stand scanning and loss prevention procedures. Must be
able to effectively operate and train others in the operation of Front End cash registers and/or
scanning equipment. Must be able to operate ordering equipment.
• Knowledge and ability to implement emergency procedures in the event of a disaster or equipment or
computer software malfunctions.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Frequently reaches, lifts, stacks and maneuvers objects of varying dimensions and weights up to
approximately 80 lbs. May climb ladders.
• Ability to properly stack, operate fully loaded hand trucks, six-wheel carts and pallet jacks. Manual
dexterity and good eye-hand coordination. Mental alertness to ensure safe and accurate completion of
work activities.
• May utilize cleaning supplies and chemicals and safety cutters.
• Complies with all Company policies including attendance, grooming standards and dress codes.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Working conditions consist of a temperature-controlled store environment. Occasional exposure to
outdoor environments with varying temperatures.
SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION:
Job responsibilities include tasks or duties that could affect the safety or health of the employee
performing the task or others.
ALBERTSONS SAFEWAY AND WHY YOU WANT TO JOIN US
Albertsons Safeway has always been a people business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element
of our company's philosophy. As friendly, enthusiastic individuals who enjoy offering customers an exceptional
shopping experience, we provide world-class customer service each and every day.
We provide a variety of benefits including:
• Great pay
• Flexible schedule
• Training
• Opportunities for career development
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees
• Leisure time activity discounts
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.
** The Company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with its obligations under
all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment,
it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the
disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith,
interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue
hardship.
About Us
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!
Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw's, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson's Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico's Community Markets, King's, Balducci's, and Albertson's Market Street.
Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company's success.
Bring your flavor
Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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