Produce Team Leader Assistant

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Middlefield Township (OH); On-site; USD 21,352 - 21,525; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Giant Eagle, Inc. in Middlefield Township is looking for an Assistant Produce Team Leader to support the Produce Manager in leading the team and managing inventories while delivering customer satisfaction. The role demands proven leadership skills and the ability to work flexible schedules including nights and weekends.

Candidates should have 1 to 3 years of relevant experience and a high school diploma. The position offers a hiring range of $15.50 to $15.625 per hour, along with benefits including health insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in grocery or related field.
• Prior management experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean environment exceeding health and OSHA requirements.
• Direct Team Members using work lists and oversee training.
• Work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Write department orders and manage inventory.
• Implement merchandising plans to meet financial objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Ability to read Profit and Loss statement

Knowledge of operational procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Assistant Produce Team Leader's first responsibility is to assist the Produce Manager in providing leadership in the Produce Department by directing and managing Team Members, ordering raw materials and supplies, and implementing merchandising initiatives to stimulate the growth of the business while meeting customer requirements and maximizing profits. Assistant Produce Team Leaders have a proven record of leadership and are willing and able to follow the competency model of climbing the hill, seeing the hill and leading others up the hill. Additional responsibilities include delivering 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 statement

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 while exceeding health and OSHA requirements.
• Direct Team Members by using work lists as well as understanding and performing all duties required of a clerk. This includes overseeing and evaluating all training of new and current Team Members.
• Able to work a flexible schedule and be scheduled according to needs of business including, but not limited to, the required amount of nights, weekends and holidays.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge, interest and passion for products and services associated with the role.
• Be able to write department orders, monitor ordering and supervise stocking and receiving with latest tools and technology/automated ordering systems.
• Manage inventories by tracking weekly reports and ordering products and supplies in order to meet customer requirements and maximize profits.
• Ability to understand and adhere to the Collective Bargaining Agreement. In absence of Produce Manager would schedule Team Members and delegate assignments effectively utilizing Team Members and supplies to maximize store profits.
• Prepare, maintain and track records concerning inventories and work processes to calculate monthly gross profits according to company policy.
• Develop and implement merchandising plans using guidelines and suggestions in order to meet the financial objectives of the department.
• Control department costs by monitoring and improving operations to increase profitability.

Compensation

The hiring range for this position is $15.50– $15.625 per hour/year. This range represents the anticipated base pay for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, education, and location. Eligible employees may be offered health, vision, and dental insurance, personal/sick paid time, 401(k) retirement savings plan, bonus potential, paid bereavement, vacation and paid holidays.