General Manager, Prepared Foods

FreshDirect; New York (NY); On-site; USD 169,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

FreshDirect is seeking a General Manager for its Prepared Foods department, responsible for strategic leadership and ownership of various business aspects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in grocery retail and a proven track record in leading cross-functional teams to achieve financial goals and drive growth.

Benefits

20% employee discount on online orders

On-site gym and cafeteria

Job training and leadership development programs

Qualifications

• 10-15 years’ experience in Grocery Retail, eCommerce, or related industry.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Own and set strategy for Category Management, Merchandising and Pricing for Prepared Foods.
• Direct Prepared Foods department priorities to maximize sales growth & profitability.
• Manage, evaluate, mentor, train and develop teams.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Project Management

Education

10-15 years’ experience in Grocery Retail or eCommerce

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

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Brief Description

About Us

We’re FreshDirect, we’ve offered the best selection of fresh food since 2002, and we can proudly say that we pioneered online grocery shopping. From our state-of-the art facility in the Bronx, we provide grocery delivery to the greater New York City metropolitan area, with seasonal service to eastern Long Island and the Jersey Shore. FreshDirect is building a better food system by bringing people closer to the highest quality, freshest food possible through a best-in-class delivery experience. We do this by having higher standards, sourcing locally and sustainably, and caring more for the people and communities we serve.

The Role

The General Manager, Prepared Foods role involves comprehensive ownership and strategic leadership of Strategy, Merchandising, Pricing, and Production for FreshDirect’s Prepared Foods department. Responsibilities include providing inspirational leadership, developing long-term business plans and action strategies, and setting financial goals for profitable growth. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive business initiatives and optimize results. Developing and nurturing strategic vendor relationships to identify synergies and capitalize on market opportunities is a key aspect of the role. The General Manager of Prepared Foods will be responsible for leading and developing a team of passionate category experts, operators, and culinary professionals, and for driving a culture of winning through customer-centricity. The ideal candidate has demonstrated success leading a cross-functional team, preferably in a Manufacturing setting. They should demonstrate a firm handle on commercial and operational KPIs and have proven experience leading a team through a strategic transformation.

What You’ll Do

• Own and sets strategy for Category Management, Merchandising and Pricing for Prepared Foods.
• Directs Prepared Foods department priorities to maximize sales growth & profitability, including making recommendations on equipment procurement and buy vs. make decisions.
• Provide inspirational leadership to guide Category Management, Production, and R&D teams.
• Develop long-term business plan strategies, roadmaps, and action plans to grow penetration of FreshDirect’s Prepared Foods business.
• Create goals that achieve financial objectives and support the strategic visions of the department and organization.
• P&L ownership of Prepared Foods business, including Sales, Gross Margin, Scrap, and Labor.
• Manage, evaluate, mentor, train and develop teams to make decisions within their scope of responsibility
• Collaborate and work cross functionally with various teams in order to effectively drive and execute business initiatives.
• Develop and nurture strategic vendor relationships required to identify synergies, promote mutual growth, maximize resources, ensure consumer focus and capitalize on market opportunities.
  
  

What You Bring

• Excellent oral and written communication skills including presentation skills
• Analytically minded with strong organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail and exceptional follow-through
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly in Excel
• Significant project management experience, and an ability to manage projects with high visibility to completion
• Demonstrated success developing and building strong teams
• 10-15 years’ experience in Grocery Retail, eCommerce, or related industry
  
  

What We Offer

• The expected compensation for this role is $169,827-$199,796-per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be discussed during the interview process.
• Time Off: PTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays.
• Health Benefits: Medical, vision, dental and voluntary disability benefits.
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) + employer match and life insurance.
• Location: Our state-of-the-art campus is located in the Bronx, featuring an on-site gym, cafeteria and an employee market. We offer free on-site parking and provide an employee shuttle service from nearby MTA stations.
• People Investment: We offer job training to our operations and transportation team members to facilitate career advancement. Additionally, we invest in leadership development programs that provide opportunities for professional growth. We have also partnered with local colleges to offer tuition discounts.
• Perks: Employees can take advantage of a 20% employee discount on online orders and at our wine store. Our on-site employee market showcases our products at substantial markdowns. Additionally, we organize vendor spotlights and engagement events that give employees the opportunity to experience our products firsthand.
  
  

Our Culture

We embrace an in-office culture, composed of individuals who thrive on the collaboration and energy that comes from working together in a shared space. We are looking for people who excel in this environment, where physical presence enhances connections and engagement. At FreshDirect, we've created an environment that thrives on teamwork, where associates can innovate, grow, and have successful careers. Many of our leaders have successfully come up through our ranks. Because of our team's extraordinary efforts, we are a leading innovator in the e-commerce and grocery industries.

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fresh Direct, LLC and its affiliates do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position Expectations may be subject to change as the needs of the organization changes.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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