Location:
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:
$72,808 - $77,242 / year
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.
Note Applicants should be flexible and available to work in at least three of the following locations: Corning, Elmira, Hornell, Johnson City, and/or Ithaca.
This role leads both service and merchandising across the store, partnering with teams to ensure products are well-merchandised and customers receive incredible service that drives sales. You’ll leverage strong leadership, management experience, and a passion for teamwork to create an outstanding customer experience!
What You'll Do
Manage and develop a team of leaders, engaging in meaningful conversations and building trust-based relationships
Foster incredible knowledge-based service by ensuring all departments exceed customer expectations, work together to create a total shopping experience for customers, and that the best products are available throughout the day for customers
Bring company programs and priorities to life, forecasting staffing needs, setting and achieving goals and holding managers accountable for financial, people and operational measures
Stay updated on customer and industry trends, build relationships with corporate partners and product vendors
Provide guidance on cross-merchandising, building displays and executing merchandising themes and seasonal plans to drive long-term sales
Lead the coordination and execution of store events to build strong community relationships
Partner with fellow area managers to lead total store operations as needed, respond quickly to emergency situations, lead continuous improvement efforts and ensure all federal and local laws are complied with
Required Qualifications
1 or more years of leadership experience at a senior level or equivalent
Experience interviewing, selection, performance management, employee development and managing financials
Enthusiasm for and knowledge of relevant products and services
Systems aptitude
Preferred Qualifications
Retail leadership experience
Bachelor's degree in a related field

Wegmans Food Markets is a family-owned regional supermarket chain and one of the largest private companies in the US. Recognized as an industry leader and innovator, the company was founded in 1916 and employs over 53,000 people. Wegmans has been named one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” by FORTUNE magazine for 26 consecutive years, ranking #4 in 2023.
We are a food market where you make the difference.
We are a family-owned, values-based company on a mission to help people live healthier, better lives through exceptional food. And it all starts with you! Customers rave about our bright, beautiful stores filled with delicious food, but what keeps them coming back is you. Our warm, friendly, energetic people create the memorable experience that our customers love—turning their grocery store into their happy place.