Save Mart Companies is one of the largest food retailers in California and Nevada, operating well‑known brands such as Save Mart, Lucky, Lucky California, and Food Maxx. The company also runs three distribution centers and SMART Transportation trucking services to deliver groceries, frozen foods, ice, and novelties to all stores. Headquartered in Stanislaus County, we are a California‑grown business rooted in the region's agricultural traditions.We offer an exceptionally generous benefits package that includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and 401K, along with Lifelong Learning educational opportunities and an Employee Association that provides discounted tuition, contests, and support services.Assistant Store Manager – Lucky – Santa Clara County The Assistant Store Manager (ASM) works closely with the Store Manager to direct and lead all aspects of day‑to‑day store operations. The ASM is responsible for overall store direction and leadership in the absence of the Store Manager, manages store conditions, product quality, and inventory, and leads the front‑end and center‑store operations. Direct responsibilities include hiring, training, coaching, counseling, and developing team members, implementing work schedules, and driving sales and gross profit while controlling labor and operating expenses.Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Excellent leadership and team building skills. Manages all front‑end store operations, oversees team members to meet or exceed expected service levels, oversees cash management, develops and implements staff shift schedules, and conducts time management training. Has direct oversight of perimeter departments and serves as the final decision maker on store operational issues in the Store Manager's absence.Oversees, evaluates, diagnoses, and resolves inventory issues with vendors and warehouses; independently evaluates out‑of‑stocks and audits product quality to ensure date integrity throughout the store.Supervises, directs, and coaches team members in the performance of their duties; assigns appropriate work duties, completes performance reviews, and provides actionable feedback. Responsible for making and participating in team member advancement and disciplinary decisions.Manages the in‑store training program. Develops and provides subject matter content based on experience and observations to improve team performance and store operations.Provides ongoing developmental opportunities for all team members, including individualized and group training, coaching, and directing work performance with an emphasis on advancement and movement toward store management.Participates in all aspects of recruiting and hiring, including evaluating applicants, conducting interviews, hiring, and overseeing training. Leads the recruitment process and directs hiring decisions.Works in tandem with the Store Manager to manage a team of sales‑oriented members, training and directing them to perform at levels consistent with objectives in the Front‑End and Center Store areas.Promotes effective two‑way communications with customers and all store team members; identifies areas for improvement and develops store‑specific programs and methods to drive improvement and cultivate customer goodwill, positive staff interaction, and teamwork.Directs and assigns work to front‑end and center store teams and provides hands‑on support to execute store‑level business strategy.Drives customer focus throughout the store and assists with the execution and support of Customer Connection programs and policies; provides customers with remarkable shopping experiences by training and holding associates accountable for excellent customer service.Directly supports the achievement of storewide sales goals; tracks and analyzes sales and profitability data and makes recommendations to control expenses, achieve budgeted labor goals, and maximize profits.Directs team member work activity in product re‑calls, store cleanliness, maintenance, and serves as the store point of contact during regulatory or other inspections.Ensures compliance with Company sanitation, safety, security, and other policies, and directs action plans to keep the store in compliance with legal mandates.Hiring Pay Range $77,091.00 – 101,182.00Requirements (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) Excellent leadership and team building skills.Strong written and verbal communication.Excellent interpersonal, customer service, coaching/mentoring, and training skills.Proven decision‑making, delegation, and negotiation abilities.Strong organization, administration, and financial skills.Fundamental understanding of labor contracts.Knowledge of store operations, financials, hazardous materials, food safety rules, employment law, applicable union contractual agreements, interviewing techniques, and hiring practices.Education Four‑year college degree (or equivalent knowledge gained through formal education, specialized training, or additional job experience).Experience Two years of related experience.Physical Basic office environment: ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, stoop, use stairs, reach, pull, and lift objects.Competencies Customer FocusQuality/Quantity of WorkPersonal/Interpersonal SkillsEqual Opportunity Employer Statement The Save Mart Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome resumes from individuals who will contribute to our diverse workforce.#J-18808-Ljbffr