Assistant Grocery Department Manager

Giant Eagle is seeking an Assistant Grocery Team Leader to support daily grocery operations in a fast-paced retail environment. In this role, you'll help oversee merchandising, inventory, and scheduling while leading team members to deliver exceptional customer service. You'll ensure shelves are well-stocked, clean, and food-safe, support training and task coordination, and help drive sales through effective promotions and displays. This position offers opportunities for growth, skill development, and the chance to make a positive impact in the local community.

Responsibilities

• Support Grocery Team Leader with daily department operations and merchandising
• Ensure shelves are stocked, signed, rotated, and visually appealing
• Lead, train, and coach team members to deliver excellent customer service
• Assist with scheduling, task assignments, and performance feedback
• Monitor inventory levels, product freshness, and shrink control
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and food handling standards
• Respond to customer questions, requests, and issue resolution
• Help track sales, promotions, and department goals

Required Skills

• Retail operations
• Grocery merchandising
• Inventory management
• Customer service
• Team leadership
• Scheduling
• Point-of-sale systems
• Food safety and sanitation
• Loss prevention
• Basic data entry