Department Supervisor

Meijer

. Plan, direct and supervise team members in day-to-day store operations across various departments .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeIndianapolis • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and management skills in retail operations, with a focus on customer service, team development, and financial analysis. Capable of implementing strategies to enhance store performance while ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.

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Retail Management ExperienceCustomer Service ExcellenceTeam Leadership and MentoringFinancial Analysis and P&L ManagementConflict Resolution Skills

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Hard Skills

Retail OperationsSales AchievementStaffing and HiringTraining and DevelopmentProduct PresentationStatistical AnalysisSuggestive SellingSafety Practices

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationConflict ResolutionTeam CollaborationMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Required Certifications

Industry Keywords

Customer ServiceStore AppearanceSuccession PlanningP&L ManagementRetail Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, direct and supervise team members in day-to-day store operations across various departments
Serve as mentor and coach for all team members
Implement strategies to improve customer service and drive store sales while meeting customer needs efficiently
Maintain store appearance, product presentation and company standards, especially during prime shopping hours
Provide courteous, friendly and efficient service to customers and team members
Handle staffing, selection and hiring to meet staffing needs
Promote succession planning, identify development needs and participate in promotion decisions
Document and apply disciplinary actions and make discharge recommendations
Manage department P&L, sales achievement and shrink
Model exceptional, fast and friendly customer service
Communicate the Meijer Friendly Initiative in team meetings and conversations
Ensure team members are trained and complete required training
Spend most working time in the store communicating with customers and team members
Promote a safe work environment
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or its equivalent required
2-3 years of related retail experience
One year of management experience
Rotational assignments in other areas of the store such as meat, bakery, produce and deli; customer service and product flow experience is helpful
Demonstrated ability to communicate clear and precise direction to team members
Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict by addressing root cause issues
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks
Demonstrated ability to analyze financial and statistical information and use it to make informed decisions
Demonstrated ability to teach suggestive selling
Demonstrated ability to lead an organization that practices working safely at all times
Demonstrated ability to mentor team members across the organization, including SDITs, hourly team members and team leaders
Successful completion of all required certifications
Reliable and consistent attendance required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meijer Rewards
Weekly pay
Scheduling flexibility
Paid parental leave
Paid education assistance
Team member discount
Development programs for advancement and career growth