Center Store Manager — Lead Frozen & Dairy Team

Clarks Market Inc; Crested Butte (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarks Market Inc. in Crested Butte, CO is seeking a Center Store Manager for the grocery department, focusing on frozen and dairy. You will lead staff, ensure product quality, optimize displays, and maintain a clean, customer-friendly environment to meet sales targets.

The role requires strong leadership, experience in grocery management, and knowledge of food safety. Flexible hours including evenings and weekends are expected; the department collaborates with other teams to boost profitability.

Qualifications

• Experience managing grocery or retail department staff.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and refrigeration standards.
• Ability to analyze sales data and adjust merchandising.
• Proficiency with POS and inventory systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the grocery department, including frozen and dairy sections.
• Ensure proper stocking, product rotation, and accurate pricing.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Monitor refrigeration systems to ensure proper temperature control for frozen and dairy products.
• Manage inventory levels, conduct regular audits, and place orders to maintain stock availability.
• Minimize product shrinkage by ensuring proper handling and storage of products.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of frozen and dairy products.
• Supervise, train, and motivate department staff to ensure a productive and customer-focused team.
• Create work schedules, assign tasks, and manage staff performance.
• Provide ongoing training to staff on product knowledge, customer service, and safety procedures.
• Resolve customer inquiries and complaints in a timely and professional manner.
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance the overall shopping experience.
• Develop and implement strategies to drive sales and increase profitability.
• Analyze sales data and customer trends to adjust product offerings, promotions, and merchandising.
• Manage department budgets, monitor labor costs, and ensure efficiency in operations.
• Create and maintain attractive and effective product displays in frozen and dairy sections.
• Ensure promotional signage and pricing accuracy for sales and special promotions.
• Work with the store’s merchandising team to plan seasonal and thematic displays.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Inventory Management

Food Safety

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred

Tools

POS systems

Inventory software

Job description

Clarks Market Inc. in Crested Butte, CO is seeking a Center Store Manager for the grocery department, focusing on frozen and dairy. You will lead staff, ensure product quality, optimize displays, and maintain a clean, customer-friendly environment to meet sales targets.

The role requires strong leadership, experience in grocery management, and knowledge of food safety. Flexible hours including evenings and weekends are expected; the department collaborates with other teams to boost profitability.