Deli Operations Specialist

Albertsons-Safeway's Northern California Division has an opening for a Deli Operations Specialist. This role is based in South San Francisco, CA and directly supports 20 retail stores' Deli operations in the San Francisco area (District 3), including retail stores in San Francisco and San Mateo counties.The Operations Specialist monitors, enforces, and supports execution of the division merchandising plan for their department in assigned stores. Responsibilities Travels to assigned stores working with the Department Manager and staff to share merchandising plans for departments to meet sales, gross, and labor targets Works with and counsels department managers and Store Directors in all aspects of product merchandising and customer service Visits stores and evaluates on overall department presentation, cleanliness, and compliance to company policy and procedures Develops and maintains training programs that will ensure the availability of qualified associates to fill respective departments’ positions in the company Participates in departmental and divisional sales meetings Oversees departmental sales, labor, and gross profit reporting from assigned stores Implements new merchandising programs and strategies and makes sure department staff is properly trained Monitors competitor activities Assists in opening new and remodeled stores Provides merchandising input back to Division Sales Managers and Assistant Sales Manager Measurers: Store-level performance through department sales, gross profit, and labor percent Executes plans measured through store visits, reviewing results of plans, and observing store department conditions Determines success of training programs by reviewing and assessing evaluations Salary range is $68,640 to $95,500 annually. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates. Qualifications Education Level: Bachelor's degree in business or related field and/or previous experience in merchandising of assigned product area and retail sales experience preferred Skills and Experiences Must possess previous Department Manager and Store Director experience Possess good written and verbal communication skills and deal effectively with a wide variety of people both in-person and over the phone Possess a marketing orientation, good analytical and problem-solving abilities Possess math skills to complete straightforward analysis Possess strong leadership skills with the ability to lead and motivate others without directly supervising Provide work guidance to store associates in areas such as product knowledge, sales and marketing techniques, understanding of profit and loss and compliance with company policies Trains department managers on the basics of the business and managing their department Provides input to Store Director on Store Department Manager evaluation Travel Requirements: Position may require some travel (up to 75%), including occasional weekend travel Physical Environment Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled environment Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment in the course of normal workday Store visits involve regular standing, walking, climbing stairs and movement in and around machinery and hazardous equipment, as well as backstage receiving and production areas Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties Workday is fast-paced and stressful Why You’ll Love Working With UsAt Albertsons Companies, people are at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment to thoughtful people practices is a cornerstone of our philosophy. We bring communities together through the joy of food and inspire well-being — and that starts with you. When you join our team, you bring your unique talents and make us stronger, better, and more connected. Here’s what we offer: Competitive pay with weekly payroll Exclusive associate discounts Comprehensive benefits for eligible associates, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and more (eligibility details at myACI Benefits: https:// Paid time off: vacation, holidays, and sick leave (eligibility details at myACI Benefits: https:// Career growth and development supported by leaders who invest in your success Inclusive, collaborative work environment with colleagues who reflect the communities we serve Our ValuesPeople First: We care deeply about our associates’ well-being and invest in their growth.Customer Driven: Every decision starts with what’s best for our customers.Diverse Perspectives: We listen, learn, and make better decisions when every voice is heard.Raise the Bar: We stay curious, challenge the status quo, and innovate for the future.Act as Owners: Integrity, pride, and accountability guide everything we do.One Team: We celebrate teamwork and recognize each other’s contributions.Build Belonging: Diversity and inclusion are rooted in respect and dignity.Commit to a Healthy Future: We partner to support our communities and the planet. About UsAlbertsons Companies' Northern California Division support office is based in Pleasanton, CA supporting the operations of 285 retail stores across northern California, northwestern Nevada, and Hawaii under the Safeway, Andronico’s, Vons, and Pak ‘n Save Foods banners. Nationally strong and locally great, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is one of the largest food and drug retailers in the ., operating: 2,200+ stores 1,700+ pharmacies 400+ fuel centers 22 distribution facilities 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia Our vision: To be a retail leader admired for national strength and deep local roots — offering an easy, fun, and inspiring shopping experience. We celebrate the diversity of the communities we serve and strive to create a workplace where everyone can thrive. Bring your flavor Help us build the future of food and well-being — starting with you. Albertsons Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.