Center Store Specialist - Fast-Paced Grocery Ops & Guest Focus

Fresh Market Inc.; Aiken Estates (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team member discount up to 40%

Early wage access up to 50% of earned

401K with company match

Financial Wellness Program

Personal time off and time-off plans

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life insurance

Pet insurance discounts

Job summary

The Fresh Market is seeking a Center Store Specialist to oversee key center store categories, ensuring product freshness, accurate pricing, and compliant merchandising. You will support inventory integrity, assist guests, and collaborate with leadership on replenishment and promotions.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in retail or grocery, strong attention to detail, and a customer-service mindset. A flexible schedule including weekends is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in retail, grocery, restaurant, or hospitality operations.
• Strong attention to detail with organizational skills, ability to multitask, and work at a fast pace.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Center Store categories meet freshness and quality standards, including proper rotation and dating and temperature compliance for dairy and frozen items.
• Execute planograms and maintain accurate product placement and signage.
• Coordinate with department leadership on ordering and replenishment of dairy, frozen, bulk, coffee, candy, beer and wine.
• Verify deliveries for accuracy and freshness, ensuring proper receiving and storage procedures.
• Play a key role in compliance during key item transitions and promotional events.
• Support front-end operations during peak business times as a cashier or in other areas.
• Engage guests with a friendly, helpful approach when on the sales floor.

Skills

Retail experience

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Shelf label systems

Inventory management tech

AI retail tools

Job description

The Fresh Market is seeking a Center Store Specialist to oversee key center store categories, ensuring product freshness, accurate pricing, and compliant merchandising. You will support inventory integrity, assist guests, and collaborate with leadership on replenishment and promotions.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in retail or grocery, strong attention to detail, and a customer-service mindset. A flexible schedule including weekends is required.