Produce Department Leader in Training

Hannaford Supermarkets; Gilford (NH); On-site; USD 2,617,440 - 3,719,520; Full time

Job summary

Hannaford Supermarkets in Gilford, NH is seeking a Department Manager to lead daily retail operations, drive performance and ensure high standards of service and presentation. You will manage associates, coach teams, and uphold safety and quality across the department.

The role requires a strong background in store operations, customer service, and merchandising, with leadership experience across multiple departments.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of store operations and total store merchandising techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and a demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Demonstrated good judgement solving problems, making decisions, handling complaints, arbitrating disputes and resolving grievances.
• Desire and ability to lead and manage associates throughout multiple departments.
• Department Manager or equivalent experience required.
• College degree or equivalent preferred.
• Must be accredited by the National Registry of Food Safety Professionals or similar accrediting organization as a "Certified Food Safety Manager" or will be required to attend company provided training and have the ability to achieve accreditation within the first 90 days of employment. Accreditation must be maintained while employed in a position requiring accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive and inclusive environment to retain associates and customers.
• Ensure that all quality standards are met.
• Manage department operations in accordance with established department standard practices.
• Ensure the maintenance of the department's appearance and presentation.
• Hire, train and develop associates to meet the department needs.
• Attain departmental financial objectives.
• Supervise performance of all duties and responsibilities of all assigned department associates.
• Role model outstanding friendly customer service.
• Use good judgement in the delegation, assignment, and follow-up required for the efficient performance of the department.
• Ensure the maintenance of accurate records of production, shrink, sales and inventory.
• Must be able to meet physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Skills

Store operations

Customer service

Communication

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

College degree or equivalent

Certified Food Safety Manager

Job description

Hannaford Supermarkets in Gilford, NH is seeking a Department Manager to lead daily retail operations, drive performance and ensure high standards of service and presentation. You will manage associates, coach teams, and uphold safety and quality across the department.

The role requires a strong background in store operations, customer service, and merchandising, with leadership experience across multiple departments.