Center Store Ops Lead in Training

Hannaford; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Hannaford Supermarkets in Bangor, ME is seeking an experienced Department Manager to lead the assigned department and support the Assistant Store Manager in meeting financial and sales goals. This role focuses on excellent customer service, effective merchandising, safety and quality standards, staff development, and accurate record keeping to drive store performance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, retail experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and certification or

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Retail experience preferred.
• Ability to lead and direct others.
• Strong understanding of store operations and merchandising techniques.
• Effective communication, customer service, and selling skills.
• Accreditation as Certified Food Safety Manager or willing to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Lead the assigned department operations in absence of the Assistant Store Manager.
• Provide excellent customer service and goodwill by role modeling high standards in customer service and sales building.
• Grow sales through effective merchandising strategies.
• Maintain department conditions involving appearance, quality, safety, sanitation, and food safety at the highest level.
• Maintain accurate records of production, shrink, sales, and inventory.
• Utilize company tools such as financial reports, scheduling, productivity, ordering, and business information systems.
• Assist in creating and maintaining effective work schedules to meet production and customer service standards.
• Use good judgment in delegation, assignment, and follow up for efficient performance.
• Provide real time coaching, feedback, and assist with performance management.
• Assist in training and developing associates to meet department needs.
• Maintain solid communication in the department and with store management.
• Observe and follow all company policies and established standard practices.
• Perform all other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Merchandising

Problem solving

Retail experience

Education

High school diploma

Food safety certification

Job description

Hannaford Supermarkets in Bangor, ME is seeking an experienced Department Manager to lead the assigned department and support the Assistant Store Manager in meeting financial and sales goals. This role focuses on excellent customer service, effective merchandising, safety and quality standards, staff development, and accurate record keeping to drive store performance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, retail experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and certification or