Grocery Department Leader: Growth & Guest Service

kj; Quinby (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Short & Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401K

Job summary

Kj's Market is hiring for a Grocery Department Supervisor to lead a team, deliver friendly guest service, and drive department performance in a fast-paced store environment. You will oversee stocking, pricing, inventory, and safety programs in the grocery area.

The role requires 1–3 years of supermarket knowledge, strong communication skills, and the ability to train staff. This is a full-time on-site position offering growth potential and benefits.

Qualifications

• Friendly, outgoing personality.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. consistently and 60 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to read and understand information and direction.
• 1-3 years of supermarket knowledge.
• Ability to supervise people including training and development.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Effective communication, guest service and selling skills.
• Ability to bend, kneel, stand, push/pull stock carts and operate pallet jack for extended periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Ensure guests receive polite, friendly service from the grocery department staff.
• Achieve budgeted sales, wage percent, and profits for the grocery department.
• Maintain inventory and supplies to maximize sales and minimize excess stock.
• Operate the department according to merchandising and operational guidelines and programs.
• Ensure product quality meets company standards.
• Maintain sanitation and safety throughout the department and backroom.
• Provide guidance, orientation, training and feedback to staff.
• Stock shelves and assist guests to meet standards.
• Manage staffing and scheduling for the department.
• Control shrink through stock loss programs.
• Ensure proper pricing and scanning of items.
• Maintain backroom and ensure advertised items are available and signed.
• Assist with grocery inventory preparation.
• Collaborate with Store Manager and Receiver on product conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Friendly personality

Team player

Lift 40 lbs

Read and follow directions

Supermarket knowledge

Supervise and train staff

Willing to learn multiple tasks

Communicate effectively

Stand/walk long periods

Job description

Kj's Market is hiring for a Grocery Department Supervisor to lead a team, deliver friendly guest service, and drive department performance in a fast-paced store environment. You will oversee stocking, pricing, inventory, and safety programs in the grocery area.

The role requires 1–3 years of supermarket knowledge, strong communication skills, and the ability to train staff. This is a full-time on-site position offering growth potential and benefits.