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Strong fit if you like hands-on grocery floor leadership, Midwestern community retail, and Hy-Vee’s employee-owned culture more than pure desk ops.
As General Merchandise Assistant Department Manager at Hy-Vee Cedar Rapids #5 (Oakland Rd.), you support GM floor leadership: opening/closing checks, planograms and endcaps, stocking and resets, pricing accuracy, and coaching associates. Peak times mean resolving out-of-stocks, guest questions, and vendor deliveries while keeping the department presentation-ready.
No—the posting is on-site at Cedar Rapids #5 on Oakland Rd.
Non-perishable GM categories (health/beauty, household, seasonal, etc.), not primarily fresh/grocery perishables.
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Website: hy-vee.com
Hy-Vee, Inc., is an employee-owned chain of supermarkets in the midwestern United States, with more than 240 locations in Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Stores have been in planning stages in Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Alabama. Hy-Vee was founded in 1930 by Charles Hyde and David Vredenburg in Beaconsfield, Iowa, in a small brick building known as the Beaconsfield Supply Store, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Hyvee seeks a General Merchandise Assistant Department Manager for its full-time opening at Cedar Rapids #5, Oakland Rd., Cedar Rapids, IA. Join our store team supporting department operations and delivering strong results for customers in this key leadership position. About the Role The General Merchandise Assistant Department Manager at Hyvee in Cedar Rapids #5, Oakland Rd., Cedar Rapids, IA supports oversight of daily department activities, team coordination, and operational standards. This full-time role partners with department leadership to maintain smooth workflows, meet performance goals, and create a positive environment for both associates and shoppers searching for General Merchandise Assistant Department Manager jobs near me or Hyvee careers in the Cedar Rapids area. Candidates will help drive efficiency while contributing to a collaborative workplace focused on consistent service and merchandise presentation. What You'll Do Assist with planning and directing daily tasks for the general merchandise department to ensure timely stock availability and accurate product placement. Support team scheduling, training, and performance feedback so associates understand expectations and deliver quality work. Monitor inventory levels, assist with ordering processes, and help maintain clean, organized floor and backstock areas. Engage customers by resolving questions, addressing concerns, and promoting departmental offerings to enhance their experience. Collaborate with fellow managers on store-wide initiatives, safety practices, and continuous improvement of department results. Review sales metrics and operational reports to identify opportunities that keep the department competitive and well-run. Skills & Qualifications Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate a retail or department team in a fast-paced setting. Strong organizational and time-management skills for balancing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines. Solid customer-service orientation with clear verbal and written communication abilities. Familiarity with inventory control, merchandising principles, and basic retail systems preferred. Willingness to work flexible full-time hours that may include evenings, weekends, and store events as business needs require. Reliability, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach that supports both peers and department goals. About the Company Hyvee is hiring for this role and offers a supportive team environment. Applying for This Role To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the…
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