Store Director
Job Description
Are you a retail leader ready to make an impact in your community? Our client, a grocery retailer in Dayton, Ohio, is seeking a Store Director to join their team on a direct hire basis and lead with excellence.
Why You'll Love This Role
Community-Driven Workplace: Be part of a team that’s passionate about service and local impact.
Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive environment where leadership and teamwork go hand in hand.
Growth & Rewards: Competitive pay, strong benefits, and real career advancement opportunities.
What You'll Do
Oversee total store operations—lead by example to achieve company goals and customer satisfaction.
Supervise, coach, and inspire department managers to reach excellence in performance and service.
Manage all controllable expenditures within budget to optimize sales, EBITDA, and profitability.
Maintain inventory, merchandising standards, and a spotless store that reflects company pride.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards.
Hire, train, and develop team members into strong contributors and future leaders.
Stay connected to the Dayton community, engaging with events and initiatives that impact local business.
What You’ll Bring
3+ years of grocery retail management experience.
Strong leadership skills with a servant’s heart and attention to detail.
Proven ability to train, motivate, and retain high-performing teams.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Solid understanding of retail math and Microsoft Office tools.
Ability to work a flexible schedule—including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Benefits & Perks
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Paid Time Off
401(k)
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Job Requirements
Additional Information
Frontline Source Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
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Meet Your Recruiter
Mike Cook
Mike Cook or as he is known in the industry "Grocery Store Mike", is a specialized grocery retail recruiter for Frontline Source Group. With more than 35+ years in the grocery retail industry, Mike started as a part-time courtesy clerk. He worked his way up to serve in-store leadership positions with both traditional and specialty food formats. His expertise lies in hiring, training, and developing company leaders for small supermarkets to large grocery store operations with hundreds of locations. This experience is what differentiates his ability to recruit top Grocery talent from other recruiters in the market place.
Throughout his career, Mike has placed an emphasis on professional development and continuing education. He was in the charter class of Brookshire University, graduating as salutatorian. He also has earned certificates of proficiency in management specialized leadership and retail management from Tyler Junior College. The later certification was in collaboration with the Western Association of Food Chains. And, he has received numerous awards and accolades for customer service and leadership.
Mike has a passion for community service, having served as a board member for the Bear Creek Specialty Utility District (formerly Lavon Water Supply Corporation) from 2007-2013; Community Independent School District board trustee from 2013-2017; and currently serves as Lavon City Councilman, Place 2 since 2017.