Emerging Store Manager

$45,000 - $71,550/Yr

Walgreens Boots Alliance - Ashburn, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Ashburn, VA

10,001+ employees

Health and Personal Care Retailers

About the position

The Emerging Store Manager at Walgreens is responsible for supervising customer service associates and managing the front end of the store. This role supports the Store Manager in achieving operational goals and ensuring a positive customer experience. The position involves leading a team, managing store operations, and driving sales and profitability while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervises customer service associates and designated hitters.
• Manages the front end of the store and makes recommendations on overall operations.
• Supports Store Manager with overall store operations to achieve company deliverables.
• Assumes responsibilities of all store activities in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Ensures proper merchandising and protection of store assets.
• Leads and manages store team members, including recruitment, hiring, and performance management.
• Engages customers and resolves complaints to ensure a positive experience.
• Monitors customer service and provides coaching and training to team members.
• Supervises daily store operations, including scheduling and task delegation.
• Collaborates with external partners for community outreach opportunities.
• Analyzes financial and performance data to create action plans for improvement.
• Supports Pharmacy during busy periods, including serving as a pharmacy technician when necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with a solid academic record, all majors welcome, or a High School Diploma/GED with two years of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, professional business ethics, self-motivation, and strong communication skills.
• Completion of Store Manager training program (LEAP) or willingness to complete Walgreens Leadership Essentials training within 12 weeks of start date.
• Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including extended days, evenings, and weekends.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred).
• Management experience, including supervising others (internal candidates).
• Experience across both front-end and pharmacy (internal candidates).
• Prior retail or food industry experience (external candidates).

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k
• Paid holidays
• Employee discount programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities