Job Description
Job Type: Full-time, salaried
Pay Range: $53,000–$63,000 + profit sharing
Reports to: Store Manager
Supervises: Department Leads, Team Members
About Pomegranate Market
Pomegranate Market is a locally owned natural and organic grocery store in Sioux Falls, SD,offering natural and organic produce, groceries, local foods, supplements, and made-from-scratch prepared foods. We’re passionate about community, wellness, and providing an exceptional shopping experience for our guests.
Position Overview
The Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager in the daily operations and overall performance of Pomegranate Market. This leadership role helps foster a positive and welcoming store culture, ensures operational excellence, and guides team members to deliver outstanding service. The Assistant Store Manager acts as a hands-on leader on the sales floor and is the acting manager in the Store Manager’s absence.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Development
?- Support the Store Manager in leading, coaching, and inspiring team members.
?- Promote high morale amongst employees and an exceptional culture.
?- Assist with staffing, scheduling, and onboarding to ensure strong service and
operational efficiency.
?- Provide ongoing training, feedback, and accountability for department leads and
team members.
Customer Experience
? - Foster a warm and helpful shopping experience rooted in hospitality and care. - Actively engage with guests and address questions or concerns with
professionalism.
? -Ensure store cleanliness, merchandising standards, and a safe shopping
environment.
Operational Excellence
? - Oversee day-to-day store functions, coordinating with department leads for smooth operations.
? - Monitor store performance metrics including sales, labor, and shrink,
recommending improvements as needed.
?- Assist with inventory management, product ordering, and vendor communication.
?- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food handling regulations.
Financial & Administrative Support
?- Support the Store Manager in meeting budgetary goals and controlling expenses.
?- Assist with scheduling, payroll monitoring, and labor management.
?- Help track inventory, invoices, and department-level reporting.
What We’re Looking For
? 2+ years of retail or grocery leadership experience, natural foods preferred.
? Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and support teams.
? Understanding of grocery retail operations and customer service best practices.
? Highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable.
? Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed.
Benefits
? Health and dental insurance
? Paid time off and holidays
? Team member discount
? Opportunities for growth and advancement