Purpose
The Area Business Consultant is responsible for counseling Retail Partners and their Store Managers in all phases of retail operations. Influence Retail Partner business profitability with a focus on growth of the Retail Partner. Advise Retail Partners in the execution of successful store operations to optimize financial success. Promote excellent performance and the integrity of the Save A Lot program and ensure brand standards are adhered to. Lead through influencing, teaching, coaching, and taking direct action to improve the store performance of assigned Retail Partners. Obtain Retail Partners support on all company programs and initiatives. Provide leadership with feedback on Retail Partner concerns and operations including action planning with follow up. Act as an advocate and facilitator for organizational support to Retail Partners.
Responsibilities
Drive profitable sales and purchases through direction or influence by ensuring Retail Partner store conditions, customer service levels, merchandising standards, and purchases are compliant with Save A Lot standards
Continuously work to influence Retail Partners on modernizing existing stores facilities and help execute store remodels
Develop operational business plans to drive sales and/or profits
Review load optimization planning to maximize trucking efficiencies and minimize costs
Consult with Retail Partners to identify root-cause opportunities
Cultivate productive, influential working relationships with Retail Partners that result in improved business Retail Partner profitability
Guide Retail Partners to establish best practice routines and drive profitable perishable departments
Lead quarterly business reviews with Retail Partners to plan and sequencing business initiatives via KPI analysis
Collaborate with other Area Business Consultants and Retail Partners to gather and share best operational practices
Evaluate and measure competitor impacts to the region and its stores. Utilize resources to build action plans to address competitor activity and pricing opportunities
Actively work with Retail Partner to improve store sales, purchases, store standards and food safety compliance
Conduct training of basic operational activities
Act as lead communication liaison to our Retail Partners ensuring active listening and committed action
Perform other duties as assigned
About You
Bachelor's degree required or equivalent work experience3-5 years of management experience preferred
Ability to create and utilize business analytics reports supporting data driven decisions
Ability to interpret a P&L
Ability to influence others without direct authority
Multi-unit management and in-store merchandising experience a plus
Ability to manage multiple assignments or projects
Provides strong leadership skills with the ability to influence others
Must be results oriented and data driven
Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills, strong customer focus
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications
Ability to interact with and present to senior management and outside resources
Must be a strong learner, think independently, and demonstrate critical thinking
Demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills
Physical Requirements
Ability to travel which may include overnight, weekends and evenings, as neededMost work is performed in a temperature-controlled environmentIncumbent may sit for long periods of time at a desk or computer terminalIncumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone and other office equipment in the course of a normal workdayStooping, bending, twisting and reaching may be required in completion of job duties
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| Location | Saint Ann, MO |