Dairy Manager

Cosentino's Price Chopper; Bonner Springs (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cosentino's Price Chopper in Bonner Springs, KS seeks a Dairy Manager to lead daily dairy operations, supervise staff, ensure product quality, and maintain inventory while delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced retail setting. The role requires strong leadership, grocery experience, and effective communication to drive pricing, merchandising, and health/safety standards, boosting profitability and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail management or grocery store operations.
• Strong leadership abilities with team supervision experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; bilingual/multilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train dairy department staff.
• Manage inventory levels and freshness of products.
• Oversee purchasing and pricing strategies for profitability and competitive pricing.
• Implement merchandising techniques to boost visibility and sales.
• Conduct employee orientation, training, and development.

Skills

Retail management

Leadership

Communication

Inventory management

POS technology

Cash handling

Organizational skills

Recruiting

Merchandising

Math skills

Tools

POS systems

Inventory management software

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Dairy Manager to oversee the daily operations of our dairy department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing staff, ensuring product quality, maintaining inventory levels, and delivering exceptional customer service. This role requires strong leadership skills and a passion for the dairy industry, along with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced retail environment.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Dairy Manager to oversee the daily operations of our dairy department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing staff, ensuring product quality, maintaining inventory levels, and delivering exceptional customer service. This role requires strong leadership skills and a passion for the dairy industry, along with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced retail environment.

Duties

• Supervise and train dairy department staff, fostering a positive team environment.
• Manage inventory control, ensuring optimal stock levels and freshness of products.
• Oversee purchasing and pricing strategies to maximize profitability while maintaining competitive pricing.
• Implement effective merchandising techniques to enhance product visibility and sales.
• Conduct employee orientation, training, and development programs to improve team performance.
• Handle payroll and bookkeeping tasks related to the dairy department.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in all aspects of dairy operations.
• Provide excellent customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
• Utilize retail math skills for accurate pricing, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with upper management on sales strategies and marketing initiatives.

Requirements

• Proven experience in retail management or grocery store operations, preferably within the dairy sector.
• Strong leadership abilities with experience in team management and employee supervision.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; bilingual or multilingual capabilities are a plus.
• Proficiency in inventory management systems and point-of-sale (POS) technology.
• Ability to perform cash handling duties accurately and efficiently.
• Strong organizational skills with effective time management capabilities.
• Experience in recruiting, interviewing, and training new employees is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with merchandising techniques and retail sales strategies.
• Basic math skills for budgeting, pricing, and financial analysis. If you are passionate about the dairy industry and possess the necessary skills to lead a dynamic team while ensuring customer satisfaction, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.