Safeway Needs Department Manager in League City(Flexible) | Hiring

Role Based in League City

Key Information

• Flexible Role in League City: Department Manager
• Experience: Mid-Level.
• Location: League City, TX
• Urgency: Immediate consideration in League City.
• Company: Safeway
• This League City-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
• Our Safeway team in League City, TX is growing.
• Benefit from working in League City, a key hub for the Retail Management industry.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: $26-$32/Hour (approx. $60.3k/Year)
• Benefits: This role offers competitive pay.
• Flexible contract/gig opportunity in League City.

Core Focus

• Core objectives involve your professional skills in Retail Management.

Take Ownership of Business Operations

About Safeway

As a cornerstone of the neighborhood, Safeway is committed to providing a shopping experience defined by quality and abundance. A successful supermarket requires entrepreneurial leaders managing specific zones—like the Meat, Produce, or Center Store departments. The Department Manager acts as the business owner of their area, responsible for driving sales, managing profitability, and developing a team. When you join our family, you are stepping into a high-impact role within the retail management sector.

Job Summary

We are actively seeking strategic, highly experienced, and food-passionate individuals to join our store leadership team. As a Department Manager, you will have total ownership over ordering, merchandising, labor scheduling, and shrink control for your assigned department. You will serve as the standard-bearer, delivering the signature operational excellence that sets Safeway apart in the grocery industry. This is a crucial management role that blends office analytics with heavy floor presence.

Comprehensive Responsibilities

• P&L Accountability: Manage the department's profit and loss, analyzing sales data to optimize inventory ordering and minimize food waste or shrink.
• Merchandising & Sales: Plan and execute stunning, high-volume promotional displays that align with weekly circulars and drive impulse purchases.
• Talent Management: Interview, hire, train, and write weekly schedules for all department associates, fostering a high-performance, positive team culture.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure absolute compliance with health department regulations, strict cold-chain standards, and corporate sanitation protocols.

Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary

We ensure our department leaders are supported with an executive-level package:

• Salary: Highly competitive pay ranging from $26.00 to $32.00 per hour, plus performance-based department bonuses.
• Union Benefits: Access to comprehensive, union-negotiated benefits including pension plans (depending on specific store location).
• Exclusive Discounts: Employee discounts on Safeway brand groceries and household essentials.
• Health Coverage: Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible management team members.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age upon application.
• No college degree required; 3+ years of progressive retail or grocery leadership experience is strictly required.
• Must possess deep knowledge of inventory control, ordering systems, and P&L statements.
• Ability to lead a team, work flexible hours (including holidays), and remain highly active on the sales floor.