As the Zone VP of Store Operations , you will lead a dynamic team, driving excellence in sales, customer service, and operational performance across multiple locations. This high-impact role requires a strategic leader who can balance profitability, efficiency, and best-in-class customer experiences while ensuring the seamless execution of corporate initiatives.

You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in Merchandising, Marketing, and Logistics to align store operations with corporate goals. If you’re a results-driven, people-focused leader with a passion for retail excellence, this is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive Sales & Profitability: Oversee P&L responsibility for stores, ensuring financial goals are met through effective staffing, training, and operational execution.

• Operational Excellence: Set and maintain high standards for store conditions, stock positioning, sanitation, and service levels.

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and manage regional sales, profit, and labor budgets , identifying opportunities for growth and efficiency.

• Talent Development: Build and mentor a high-performing team, ensuring strong leadership succession and ongoing career growth.

• Compliance & Standards: Ensure adherence to company policies and all county, state, and federal regulations.

What You Bring:

• Proven leadership in grocery, drug store, or variety store operations, with expertise in budgeting, administration, and personnel management.

• Experience in logistics and real estate management within a multi-unit retail environment.

• Strong knowledge of best practices in store operations, payroll management, freight flow, and merchandising.

• Financial acumen with a deep understanding of P&L management and how to drive performance.

• Ability to build and inspire large field teams , fostering a strong culture of growth and engagement.

• A people-first leadership style that balances results with a strong commitment to culture and team development.

• A decisive, action-oriented mindset with a track record of delivering results and driving change.

• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills to partner effectively across all levels of the organization.