Assistant Produce Team Lead — Merchandising & Growth

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Glenshaw (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Giant Eagle, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Produce Team Leader to support the Produce Manager by directing Team Members, ordering materials, and implementing merchandising initiatives to grow the business and meet customer needs.

Experience required: 1–3 years; education: high school diploma or equivalent; ability to read and interpret Profit and Loss statements; lifting up to 50 pounds; 18+ with a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience Required: 1 to 3 years.
• Experience Desired: Prior management experience in grocery operations/produce or related field.
• Knowledge of Market District operational procedures; Ability to read and interpret Profit and Loss statement.
• Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds.
• Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean environment to ensure the safety of Customers and Team Members while exceeding health and OSHA requirements.
• Direct Team Members by using work lists as well as understanding and performing all duties required of a clerk.
• Able to work a flexible schedule and be scheduled according to needs of business including, but not limited to, the required amount of nights, weekends and holidays.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge, interest and passion for products and services associated with the role.
• Be able to write department orders, monitor ordering and supervise stocking and receiving with latest tools and technology/automated ordering systems.
• Manage inventories by tracking weekly reports and ordering products and supplies in order to meet customer requirements and maximize profits.
• Ability to understand and adhere to the Collective Bargaining Agreement. In absence of Produce Manager would schedule Team Members and delegate assignments effectively utilizing Team Members and supplies to maximize store profits.
• Prepare, maintain and track records concerning inventories and work processes to calculate monthly gross profits according to company policy.
• Develop and implement merchandising plans using guidelines and suggestions in order to meet the financial objectives of the department.
• Control department costs by monitoring and improving operations to increase profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Reading P&L

Flexible scheduling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Giant Eagle, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Produce Team Leader to support the Produce Manager by directing Team Members, ordering materials, and implementing merchandising initiatives to grow the business and meet customer needs.

Experience required: 1–3 years; education: high school diploma or equivalent; ability to read and interpret Profit and Loss statements; lifting up to 50 pounds; 18+ with a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.