Department Supervisor

Meijer

. Plan, direct and supervise team members in day-to-day store department operations .

Posted 10/5/2026full-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 team development, customer service excellence, and financial performance analysis. Capable of implementing strategies to enhance store sales while ensuring compliance with company standards and safety practices.

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Team LeadershipCustomer Service ImprovementFinancial AnalysisConflict ResolutionStaffing Management

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Hard Skills

Retail Operations ManagementSales Performance AnalysisProduct PresentationSuggestive Selling TechniquesStaff Training and Development

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationConflict ResolutionMentoringTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Required Certifications

Industry Keywords

Retail ExperienceCustomer ServiceP&L ManagementStore StandardsSafety Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, direct and supervise team members in day-to-day store department operations
Mentor and coach all team members
Implement strategies to improve customer service and drive store sales
Ensure customer needs are met and service is quick and efficient
Maintain store appearance, product presentation and company standards
Provide courteous, friendly and efficient service to customers and team members
Manage staffing, selection and hiring to achieve staffing needs
Promote succession planning, career paths and team-member development
Participate in and remain accountable for promotion decisions
Document and apply disciplinary actions and make discharge recommendations
Manage department P&L, sales performance and shrink
Communicate the Meijer Friendly Initiative in team meetings and conversations
Train team members and ensure completion of required training
Spend most of the time in-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 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, 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