Manager Trainee

Dierbergs Markets - Edwardsville, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Edwardsville, IL

Food and Beverage Retailers

About the position

The Manager Trainee role at Dierbergs is designed for motivated individuals looking to develop their leadership skills in a retail grocery environment. This position involves hands-on responsibilities across various departments, particularly in grocery and front-end operations, while preparing for future management roles. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced setting and contribute to a positive team culture.

Responsibilities

• Gaining the skills, knowledge, and expertise required to efficiently oversee the grocery and front-end department
• Partnering closely with the Core Management team to lead, direct, and supervise Associates
• Collaborating with the Core Management team to understand variables that impact store profitability
• Assisting in payroll management, Associate scheduling, inventory, and ordering
• Responding to and resolving Associate issues including schedule concerns and customer complaints
• Building relationships with vendors and holding them accountable to Dierbergs standards
• Providing exceptional customer service to ensure a positive shopping experience
• Acting as a Store Manager in their absence, demonstrating effective leadership and decision-making skills
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 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
• Proven track record of dependability and reliability in previous roles
• Strong moral compass and ability to make ethical decisions
• Flexibility to accommodate a varied schedule, including nights and weekends
• Willingness to transfer to any available store location within the St Charles and St. Louis Metropolitan area

Benefits

• Health and retirement benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and pension plans
• Paid time off including vacation and personal days
• Weekly pay
• Work-life balance with flexible scheduling
• Growth opportunities for career advancement
• Associate-only savings, free products, bonus points, sweepstakes, and more
• Discounts at Starbucks kiosks within select locations