Step into a Manager Trainee role within our team of motivated Core Management Associates. We are seeking a retail leader who is energized by the opportunity to work in the grocery department, as well as the front-end of the store, taking on a variety of hands-on responsibi lities. They must thrive in a fast-paced environment while developing the skills to take on the next level of management.
As a Manager in Training, you will learn all aspects of the grocery business, from customer service to operations, fostering a culture where you feel welcome, included, and celebrated. In this role, your responsibilities will include:
Qualifications for Success:
Physical Requirements:
Why Dierbergs is Different:
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.
As a Manager in Training, you will learn all aspects of the grocery business, from customer service to operations, fostering a culture where you feel welcome, included, and celebrated. In this role, your responsibilities will include:
- Gaining the skills, knowledge, and expertise required to efficiently oversee the grocery and front-end department
- Partnering closely with our Core Management team to lead, direct, and supervisor Associates, fostering a positive team environment
- Collaborating with our Core Management team to lead, direct, and supervise Associates, fostering a positive team environment
- Collaborating with our Core Management team to understand variables that impact store profitability and assists with controlling such variables affecting stores profitability including gross margin, inventory control, and operating expenses
- Assisting in payroll management, Associate scheduling, inventory and ordering
- Responding to and resolve Associate issues including, but not limited to, schedule concerns, job performance accountability, and customer complaints
- Building relationships with vendors and assisting the Core Management team in holding vendors accountable to Dierbergs standards
- Providing exceptional customer service, ensuring positive shopping experience for customers
- Acting as a Store Manager in their absence, demonstrating effective leadership and decision-making skills
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications for Success:
- 2+ years of supervisory experience in retail, grocery, food service, or hospitality
- High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred
- Strong problem-solving, decision making, and conflict management skills
- Excellent leadership abilities, with the capacity to motivate others and foster a positive team environment
- Uphold Dierbergs standards for professionalism and appearance
- Proven track record of dependability and reliability in previous roles
- Strong moral compass and ability to make ethical decisions, even in challenging situations
- Flexibility to accommodate a varied schedule, including nights and weekends, to support operational needs
- Must be willing to transfer to any available store location within the St Charles and St. Louis Metropolitan area
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally and up to 20 lbs. frequently
- Ability to push and pull up to 90 lbs. of force occasionally
- Occasional: Sitting and climbing, frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, squatting, and handling
- Frequent: Head turn, trunk bend, side reach, grasp, power grip, pinch, finger manipulation, & feel
- Constant - Stand, handling, & forward reach
Why Dierbergs is Different:
- Our culture makes us unique. We're known for being friendly and customer-focused, as well as for treating each other like family.
- You'll enjoy the stability of working for an organization with a strong history of financial success and an excellent reputation in the community.
- As an integral part of our team, you'll directly impact our bottom line and contribute to our ongoing success.
- With a clear path for advancement, you will have the opportunity to progress to a Department Manager or store management role
What's in it for you?
- Health and retirement benefits , including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and pension plans Paid time off provided, including vacation and personal days
- Weekly pay
- Work-life balance with flexible scheduling
- Growth opportunities to support career advancement
- Associate-only savings, free products, bonus points, sweepstakes, and more - being a part of our team has its perks with Dierbergs Rewards
- Associate Perks Program in partnership with Working Advantage
- Discounts at Starbucks kiosks within select locations
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.
