Grocery Team Leader: Growth, Merchandising & Service

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Bedford (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Giant Eagle, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Grocery Team Leader to provide leadership in the Grocery Department by directing and managing employees, ordering perishable and non-perishable products and supplies, and supporting merchandising initiatives to grow the business while delivering exceptional customer service.

The role emphasizes understanding and exceeding customer needs and building lasting relationships within the store environment.

Qualifications

• Experience: 1 to 3 years.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Lifting: Up to 50 pounds.
• Age: At least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventories by tracking weekly reports and ordering products and supplies to meet customer requirements and maximize profits.
• Schedule team members and delegate work assignments in accordance with collective bargaining agreement when applicable, as well as work standards.
• Develop and implement merchandising plans using guidelines and suggestions to meet the financial objectives of the department. Control department costs by monitoring and improving operations to increase profitability.
• Prepare, maintain and track records concerning inventories and work processes to calculate gross monthly profits according to Company policy.
• Direct, oversee, and evaluate training provided by a trainer to department team members in order to reduce turnover, promote efficiency, and control labor costs.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment to ensure health and OSHA requirements are met.
• Develop and maintain communication process with other departments in order to develop marketing plans which help to meet the financial objectives of the store.
• Promote continuous development of Team Members and identify candidates for the Team Leader Development Program.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Merchandising

Staff scheduling

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Giant Eagle, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Grocery Team Leader to provide leadership in the Grocery Department by directing and managing employees, ordering perishable and non-perishable products and supplies, and supporting merchandising initiatives to grow the business while delivering exceptional customer service.

The role emphasizes understanding and exceeding customer needs and building lasting relationships within the store environment.