Center Store Leader in Training

Hannaford Supermarkets; Pelham (NH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hannaford Supermarkets in Pelham, NH is seeking a Department Manager to lead the assigned department, oversee store appearance, security, safety, food safety, and asset control. You will hire, train, and develop associates, promote strong customer service, and drive departmental financial objectives.

The role requires a college degree or equivalent, and accreditation in food safety or the ability to obtain it within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of store operations and total store merchandising techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements.
• Demonstrated good judgement solving problems, making decisions, handling complaints, arbitrating disputes and resolving grievances.
• Desire and ability to lead and manage associates throughout multiple departments.
• Department Manager or equivalent experience required.
• College degree or equivalent preferred.
• Accreditation by a recognized food safety body or ability to achieve accreditation within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive and inclusive environment to retain associates and customers.
• Ensure that all quality standards are met.
• Manage department operations in accordance with established department standard practices.
• Ensure the maintenance of the department's appearance and presentation.
• Hire, train and develop associates to meet the department needs.
• Attain departmental financial objectives.
• Supervise performance of all duties and responsibilities of all assigned department associates.
• Role model outstanding friendly customer service.
• Use good judgement in delegation, assignment, and follow-up for efficient performance.
• Ensure maintenance of accurate records of production, shrink, sales and inventory.
• Meet physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Provide recognition of accomplishments and constructive counseling when necessary.
• Treat all co-workers with fairness, dignity, and respect.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

College degree or equivalent

Certified Food Safety Manager or accredited

Job description

Hannaford Supermarkets in Pelham, NH is seeking a Department Manager to lead the assigned department, oversee store appearance, security, safety, food safety, and asset control. You will hire, train, and develop associates, promote strong customer service, and drive departmental financial objectives.

The role requires a college degree or equivalent, and accreditation in food safety or the ability to obtain it within 90 days.