Dairy Department Lead: Growth, Safety & Service

Lee's Marketplace, Inc.; Herriman (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401k plans

Supplemental insurances

Team member discounts

Job summary

Lee’s Marketplace, Inc. is seeking a Dairy Manager to oversee the Dairy Department operations, supervision, inventory, and merchandising. You will ensure product freshness, safety guidelines, and strong customer service as part of a family-owned grocery chain.

You will lead daily activities, train staff, and drive sales while minimizing waste through accurate ordering and effective merchandising. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and community presence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Prior grocery store or retail experience preferred (1–2 years in dairy or perishable departments ideal).
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (inventory systems, email, ordering platforms).
• Strong knowledge of dairy products, shelf-life, and storage requirements.
• Excellent communication, time management, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Dairy Department including ordering, receiving, stocking, rotation, and merchandising to maximize sales and quality.
• Maintain inventory levels through accurate ordering and effective inventory control; monitor dates and reduce shrink.
• Train, supervise, and schedule dairy clerks to ensure coverage and efficiency; provide coaching and feedback.
• Deliver excellent customer service by answering questions, locating items, handling concerns, and offering product suggestions.
• Ensure department cleanliness and compliance with food safety, storage, and sanitation guidelines.
• Report inventory needs, maintenance issues, and team performance to store leadership; lead meetings as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Customer service

Time management

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Box Cutter Knives

Two-wheeler

Manual order devices

Job description

Lee’s Marketplace, Inc. is seeking a Dairy Manager to oversee the Dairy Department operations, supervision, inventory, and merchandising. You will ensure product freshness, safety guidelines, and strong customer service as part of a family-owned grocery chain.

You will lead daily activities, train staff, and drive sales while minimizing waste through accurate ordering and effective merchandising. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and community presence.