Produce Assistant Team Leader

Giant Eagle; Grove City (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery chain is seeking an Assistant Produce Team Leader to support the Produce Manager in overseeing department operations. This role involves managing Team Members, ensuring customer satisfaction, and implementing effective merchandising strategies to drive profitability. Candidates must have a strong leadership background and a passion for produce, along with the ability to meet the dynamic needs of the department.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of management experience in grocery operations/produce.
• Ability to read and interpret Profit and Loss statements.
• Understanding of Market District operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean environment to meet health and OSHA requirements.
• Direct and evaluate Team Members' training and performance.
• Manage inventories and develop merchandising plans.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Product Knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

An Assistant Produce Team Leader's primary responsibility is to assist the Produce Manager in leading the Produce Department. This includes directing and managing Team Members, ordering raw materials and supplies, and implementing merchandising initiatives to grow the business, meet customer needs, and maximize profits. The role requires a proven leadership record and the ability to follow the competency model of climbing the hill, seeing the hill, and leading others up the hill. Additional duties involve achieving profitable growth targets.

Job Description

• Experience Required: 1 to 3 years
• Experience Desired: Prior management experience in grocery operations/produce or related field; Customer Service Experience; Knowledge of Market District operational procedures; Ability to read and interpret Profit and Loss statements
• Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent
• Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds
• Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean environment to ensure the safety of Customers and Team Members, exceeding health and OSHA requirements.
• Direct Team Members using work lists, oversee and evaluate training of new and current Team Members, and perform all duties required of a clerk.
• Work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.
• Demonstrate strong product knowledge, interest, and passion for the role's products and services.
• Write department orders, monitor ordering, and supervise stocking and receiving using the latest tools and automated systems.
• Manage inventories by tracking reports and ordering products and supplies to meet customer needs and maximize profits.
• Understand and adhere to the Collective Bargaining Agreement. In the absence of the Produce Manager, schedule Team Members and delegate tasks effectively to maximize store profits.
• Maintain records of inventories and work processes to calculate monthly gross profits per company policy.
• Develop and implement merchandising plans to meet financial objectives.
• Control department costs by monitoring and improving operations to increase profitability.