Retail Stock & Operations Trainee Leader

Hannaford; Farmington (ME); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hannaford Supermarkets in Farmington, ME is seeking a Store Management Trainee to prepare for future department leadership. You will rotate across departments as needed and learn operations, merchandising, and people management.

You will observe policies, manage department activities in the absence of the manager, coach associates to deliver great service, and ensure safety and sanitation standards. The program aims to develop you toward a store/department leadership role.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead and direct others.
• Willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Observe and follow all company policies and standard practices.
• In the absence of the department manager, manage department operations in accordance with established department standard practices.
• Maintain a neat, well groomed personal appearance at all times and comply with company's personal appearance policy.
• Actively recognize associates who deliver great service and coach associates to expectations when necessary.
• Understand and use company tools such as; financial reports, scheduling, productivity, ordering, and business information systems.
• Maintain solid communication in the department, with the store manager, and throughout the organization.
• Maintain merchandising techniques and layouts consistent with company standards.
• Maintain department compliance with pricing and coding policy.
• Work within our company's management planning (MPP) guidelines to maintain productivity.
• Support company safety standards. Communicate any needed equipment repairs or maintenance work needed. Keep work area free from debris and safety hazards.
• Develop product knowledge in all areas of assigned department, including product preparation.
• Have total understanding of department's Standard Practice manual.
• Ensure the proper training of all assigned department associates.
• Ensure and maintain company sanitation and food safety standards.
• Maintain the quality of department's appearance and presentation.
• Treat all associates with fairness, dignity, and respect. Provide recognition of accomplishments and offer feedback when necessary.
• Perform all special projects and duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Adaptability

Job description

Hannaford Supermarkets in Farmington, ME is seeking a Store Management Trainee to prepare for future department leadership. You will rotate across departments as needed and learn operations, merchandising, and people management.

You will observe policies, manage department activities in the absence of the manager, coach associates to deliver great service, and ensure safety and sanitation standards. The program aims to develop you toward a store/department leadership role.