Giant Eagle and Market District Leadership Opportunities

Job Summary

A "now hiring application" is for a variety of Team Leader positions that our Company frequently hires. By submitting this application, you are expressing interest for this location. Team Leaders work with enthusiasm and pride. We have fun and constantly inspire each other to go the extra mile. We are hiring Team Leaders for a variety of departments, including: Overnight Grocery, Grocery, Produce, Meat, Deli, Prepared Foods and Bakery

Job Description

Experience Required: Retail work experience or Store Leader recommendation
Experience Desired: Retail leadership or supervisory experience; Successful performance as a Peer Trainer, in-store champion, or other similar role; Demonstrated product knowledge relevant to department
Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent
Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds
Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age

Job Responsibilities

• Direct, oversee, and evaluate training provided to department Team Members to reduce turnover, promote efficiency and control labor costs.
• Provide motivational leadership to an amazing team by focusing on respect and by setting an exemplary example.
• Identify strengths and opportunities of the team and think strategically when making moves and scheduling.
• Develop future leaders, identify Team Members who are poised to rise through the ranks and remember our people are our best asset!
• Nurture an environment of inclusion and diversity, giving each Team Member a voice.
• Maintain safety as the top priority in all aspects of our work: for Team Members, for guests and for products.
• Inspire the team and our guests with a passion for food and a willingness to go the extra mile to provide the best product.
• Set and reach aggressive sales and profit goals by making suggestions when appropriate, while also managing shrink.
• Establish an ongoing communication plan with the team, ensuring that all Team Members are informed and prepared to put their best food forward!
• Communicate with the merchandising team to ensure that promotions are properly communicated to Team Members and guests.
• Make innovative plans and suggestions to improve our business.
• Review and analyze financial, LOB reports, and historical reports to improve performance in sales, profits, shrink, labor controls, and reduction. Oversee period inventories for accuracy and monitor weekly fluctuations in inventory and shrink dollars.