• Retail Management Academy- Grocery

    Price Chopper (Schenectady, NY)


    **Pay Range:** $24.50- $26.50

    SUMMARY

    Price Chopper Supermarkets through its Retail Management Academy (RMA) prepares associates for Store Management positions. Level of entry into the RMA is determined by your assessed experience and specific educational background. Most individuals enter the program at level 1. The two levels are: Level 1 - Department Manager Entry - You will receive up to 17 weeks of training and operate for 6 months as a Department Manager in one of our stores. Level 2 - Co-Manager Entry - You will receive up to 31 weeks of training. You will be assigned as a Co-Manager upon completion of your training.

     

    *All trainees MUST pass all assessments during training and upon completion of level 1 and level 2. **Placement will be based on the needs of the company.

    ***Applicants should state whether they are able to relocate to any Market 32/Price Chopper operating area.

    ***Active recruitment for this position will not begin until April 2026.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    + Complete all requirements of the training program (both on-the-job and classroom) within prescribed timeframes.

    + Maintain a high level of customer courtesy at all times.

    + Adhere to all corporate policies and procedures.

    + Other duties as assigned.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    + Satisfactory performance reviews.

    + Possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

    + 2 year degree from an accredited college in the United States or actively enrolled in college - pursuing an accredited college degree.

    + Ability to learn and apply knowledge at an accelerated pace.

    + Any final candidate who is offered the position will be required to complete a pre-employment background check and alcohol/drug screening before starting work in the position.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

    + 2 year degree from an accredited college or actively enrolled in college - pursuing an accredited college degree.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    Bending Frequent 3-5 Hours

     

    Exposure to Cold Environment Occasional 1-3 Hours

     

    Exposure to Hot Environment Occasional 1-3 Hours

     

    Grasping/Finger Movement & Dexterity- Left/Right Hands Constant 5-8 Hours

     

    Lifting Constant 5-8 Hours up to 50lbs

     

    Lifting Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 75lbs

     

    Pivoting Frequent 3-5 Hours

     

    Pushing/Pulling Constant 5-8 Hours up to 50lbs

     

    Sitting Occasional 1-3 Hours

     

    Squatting/Kneeling Occasional 1-3 Hours

     

    Standing Frequent 3-5 Hours

     

    Twisting Frequent 3-5 Hours

     

    Walking Frequent 3-5 Hours

    EQUIPMENT USED

    Computer Applications to include but not limited to UKG, CGO, FRP, COGNOS.

     

    Phone

     

    Order machines

     

    Case cutter

     

    Pallet Jack

     

    Marking guns

     

    Stackers

     

    Garbage compactor

     

    Cardboard baler

     

    Dock plates

     

    Cleaning Chemicals and Supplies

     

    Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

     

    Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.