Assistant Department Manager

500 S. Meadow Street Ithaca, NY 14850

Availability Requirement for this role

Morning, afternoon, evening (includes weekends).

Age Requirement

Must be 18 years or older

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

$23 - $24.50 / hour

Why Work Here

Working at Wegmans provides opportunities to grow, flexible scheduling, incredible benefits, and the experience of working for a company with a reputation you can be proud of.

Job Description

As a Store Operations Management Trainee, you will take part in a 1-2 year accelerated training program allowing you to work hands on with products, customers, and team members to develop your skills in being an effective leader in our stores. You will learn about Wegmans values, business measures, standards and operations with the aim of becoming a successful Department Manager upon completion of this program. If you’re a motivated self-starter looking for the chance to launch an exciting leadership career with endless opportunities for growth, this could be the program for you!

What will I do?

• Acquire the skills, knowledge, and experience needed to effectively manage store operations, working through program modules and taking part in seminars as well as weekly and monthly meetings with a trainer and coach to monitor progress and set goals
• Work hands-on with products, customers and team members to best learn and understand all aspects of being an effective department manager
• Grow or enhance skills in leading and developing people, teambuilding, product merchandising, driving sales, and managing profit
• Partner closely with the Department Managers, as well as your trainer and coaching, seeking out performance feedback and working towards growth and professional development

Required Qualifications

• 1 or more years of supervisory experience