Grocery Assistant Department Manager - Full Time

Longo's; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Job summary

Longo's is seeking a Grocery Assistant Department Manager to lead day-to-day operations in the Vaughan store. You will assist the Grocery Manager, mentor team members, and ensure peak performance in a fast-paced retail environment.

The role requires at least 1 year of grocery experience, strong service orientation, and the ability to coach teams while upholding safety and display standards. Competitive wages and benefits accompany the opportunity.

Qualifications

• 1+ year grocery department experience with product knowledge
• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
• Ability to lead, coach, and motivate in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient computer skills and quick learner of new systems
• Analytical mindset with urgency in issue resolution
• Clear communication and active listening
• Creative skills for eye-catching displays
• Lead by example and model company values

Responsibilities

• Motivate and mentor Team Members
• Support with regular team meetings
• Coach and train Team Members to maintain productivity
• Handle Team Member and customer issues
• Uphold policies on health & safety, food safety and loss prevention
• Merchandise, manage inventory and scheduling to meet financial goals
• Provide exceptional customer service to Team Members, Customers and Vendors

Skills

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Communication

Problem Solving

Microsoft Office

Tools

POS Systems

Job description

Position: Grocery Assistant Department Manager - Full Time

We are looking for a Grocery Assistant Department Manager - Full Time who is passionate about food and enjoys working in a fast paced, team environment! Are you ready to take your career to the next level? If so, come join our growing team! This is your opportunity to advance your career in a leadership role. As the Assistant Grocery Department Manager, you will assist the Grocery Manager to ensure that the department is prepared for daily operations.

What You’ll Do

• Motivate and mentor Team Members
• Support with regular team meetings
• Coach and train Team Members to maintain the highest level of productivity
• Handle Team Member and customer issues
• Uphold company policies and procedures including health & safety, food safety and loss prevention
• Merchandise, manage inventory and schedule to meet financial objectives
• Provide exceptional customer service to all Team Members, Customers and Vendors

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum of 1-year experience in a grocery department with a solid understanding of product knowledge
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to build relationships with Team Members and Customers
• Ability to lead, coach, motivate and work in a fast paced environment
• Strong computer skills and ability to quickly learn new systems
• Ownership to resolve issues with a sense of urgency
• Effective communication and listening skills
• Strong creativity skills and ability to create eye catching displays
• Ability to role model and inspire behaviour consistent with our values

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a store retail environment
• Must be available to work days, evenings and weekends
• Travel is required to support off-site events

Why join our team?

• Competitive wages and flexible benefits
• Opportunity to advance your career
• A team that cares and treats you like family
• Culture of teamwork and collaboration
• Celebrates and rewards our Team Members

Longo's is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Note: A qualified job applicant with a disability is one who possesses the required skills, education, experience and training and who can, with reasonable accommodation, perform the essential functions of the position applied for. If you require accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Coordinator at: Telephone: [phone] Email: [email protected] Mail: 8800 Huntington Road, Vaughan, ON, L4H 3M6