Center Store Specialist: Fresh, Fast & Merchandising

Fresh Market Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Member discount up to 40%

Early Earn Wage Access

401K contribution and company match

Financial Wellness Program

Personal time off and additional time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, &

Job summary

The Fresh Market is seeking a Center Store Specialist to lead key center store categories, ensuring product freshness, pricing accuracy, and merchandising compliance. You will support inventory integrity and guest engagement while maintaining high operational standards.

Responsibilities include managing dairy, frozen, bulk, coffee, candy, beer and wine categories, executing planograms, and collaborating with leadership on replenishment. A strong detail orientation is essential.

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.
• Retail, culinary, and/or grocery experience preferred.
• Experience with electronic shelf label systems, inventory management technology, or AI-enabled retail tools.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all 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.
• Execute planograms and maintain accurate product placement and signage.
• 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic shelf label systems

Inventory management technology

AI-enabled retail tools

Job description

The Fresh Market is seeking a Center Store Specialist to lead key center store categories, ensuring product freshness, pricing accuracy, and merchandising compliance. You will support inventory integrity and guest engagement while maintaining high operational standards.

Responsibilities include managing dairy, frozen, bulk, coffee, candy, beer and wine categories, executing planograms, and collaborating with leadership on replenishment. A strong detail orientation is essential.