FT Assistant Deli Sales Manager

Hannaford; Yarmouth (ME); On-site; USD 29,962 - 43,532; Full time

Job summary

Hannaford in Maine is seeking a Department Manager to assist in running store departments, driving sales, and upholding company standards. You will coach associates, supervise operations, ensure food safety and strong merchandising practices, and collaborate with leadership to meet budget goals.

This role requires strong communication, leadership, and the ability to manage schedules while coaching staff to deliver excellent customer service and productivity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong communication, customer service and selling skills.
• Ability to lead and manage a team with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing department operations to meet financial and sales goals.
• Build strong associate and customer relations and promote a positive department culture.
• In the absence of the department manager, manage operations per standard practices.
• Support growth of sales through effective merchandising strategies.
• Assist in hiring, training, and coaching associates to meet needs and standards.
• Maintain department conditions regarding appearance, quality, safety and food safety.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Store operations

Merchandising

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Coaching

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

PRIMARY PURPOSE — Effectively assist in the management of department operations to meet financial and sales goals. Build associate and customer relations and promote a strong culture in support of Hannaford Strategy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management of department operations to meet financial and sales goals.
• Build strong associate and customer relations and promote a positive department culture aligned with Hannaford Strategy.
• In the absence of the department manager, manage department operations in accordance with established department standard practices.
• Support in growing sales through effective merchandising strategies.
• Assist in hiring, training, developing, and coaching associates to meet department needs and performance standards.
• Ensure department conditions involving appearance, quality, variety, safety, and food safety are consistently maintained at a high level.
• Maintain effective work schedules to meet production and customer service standards and accommodate associates\' personal needs.
• Recognize and coach associates to reinforce excellent service.
• Utilize company tools such as financial reports, scheduling, productivity, ordering, and business information systems.
• Maintain accurate records of production, shrink, sales, and inventory; communicate department and company policies to associates.
• Perform various department functions as needed to meet production and customer service guidelines and participate in special projects.
• Meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Qualifications

• A high school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Strong understanding of store operations and merchandising techniques preferred.
• Effective communication, customer service, and selling skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to lead and manage a team.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Must meet minimum age requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Use computers and other communication systems required to perform job functions.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Lift up to 15 lbs. frequently and up to 40 lbs. occasionally; reach to shoulder lifting 20 lbs. frequently and overhead occasionally.
• Push/pull 3-15 lbs. frequently and up to 40 lbs. occasionally.
• Frequent bending, reaching, grasping, and lifting items at or above waist level.
• Tolerate working in extreme hot/cold temperatures for up to 20 minutes at a time.
• Handle a variety of substances associated with cleaning materials, packaging materials, and food products.
• Meet volume activity standards established for the department.

Salary

Salary range is between $21.75 - $31.60 hourly.

Equal Opportunity

Hannaford provides equal opportunity in employment to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), age, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.