Grocery Department Leader & Performance Coach

FreshCo / FreshCo Chalo; Windsor; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FreshCo is seeking a Grocery Manager to lead department staff, manage budgets and inventory, and ensure excellent customer service. You will coach employees, optimise merchandising, and maintain standards to drive loyalty and sales.

The role demands strong communication, financial acumen, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced retail environment. Based in Windsor, Ontario, this full-time position emphasizes leadership, training, and compliance with health and safety regulations,

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months of retail store experience; grocery experience preferred.
• High School Diploma required.
• Full knowledge of total store and department operations.
• Experience reading and analyzing financial reports and developing budgets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Above-average communication skills; able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach department staff, fostering engagement and development.
• Manage budgets, labour costs, inventory, merchandising, and product presentation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and company policies.
• Support customer service objectives and drive loyalty and sales.
• Oversee community and employee engagement activities and events.
• Coordinate department equipment maintenance and provide continuous improvement input.

Skills

People leadership

Budget management

Communication skills

Retail store experience

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

FreshCo is seeking a Grocery Manager to lead department staff, manage budgets and inventory, and ensure excellent customer service. You will coach employees, optimise merchandising, and maintain standards to drive loyalty and sales.

The role demands strong communication, financial acumen, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced retail environment. Based in Windsor, Ontario, this full-time position emphasizes leadership, training, and compliance with health and safety regulations,