Job Title: Perishable Manager
Department: Perishables (Floral, Produce, Bakery, Deli/Sushi, Meat, Seafood) and all Safety and Sanitation
FLSA Status: Salary - Exempt
Position Summary:
The Perishable Manger is a key member of the store leadership team, responsible for overseeing the store's Perishables Departments (including Produce, Meat, Seafood, Deli/Sushi, Bakery, and Floral) and supporting the Store Director in daily operations. This exempt-level position drives execution, supports profitable operations, ensures outstanding customer service, and leads department managers and staff to uphold Strack & Van Til's standards of excellence, safety, and compliance. The Perishable Manager actively promotes the company's mission, vision, and values through effective leadership and a people-first approach
Reporting Structure:
- Reports to: Store Director and/or Assistant Store Director.
- Direct Reports: Floral, Produce, Bakery, Deli/Sushi, Meat, Seafood
- Indirect Reports:
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Supervision
- Assists all Perishable Managers in managing all aspects of department operations and acts as the department lead in their absence.
- Directly supervises the Floral, Produce, Bakery, Deli/Sushi, Meat, Seafood
teams, providing direction, training, and performance feedback.
- Helps plan and execute effective schedules and labor management strategies to optimize productivity and service.
Customer Experience & Merchandising
- Maintains fully stocked and organized displays across assigned areas, ensuring merchandise is attractively presented and accurately priced.
- Ensures all team members deliver prompt, courteous, and knowledgeable service to enhance the customer shopping experience.
- Supports promotional setups, end caps, and seasonal transitions to drive traffic and sales.
Inventory & Operational Excellence
- Assists in monitoring and maintaining inventory levels, stock rotation, and shrink control processes across all departments.
- Partners with vendors, receiving, and department leads to ensure product availability, freshness, and accuracy.
- Reviews sales reports and performance data to identify trends and make actionable recommendations.
Compliance & Safety
- Ensures compliance with all company policies, food safety standards, and health regulations within assigned areas.
- Trains team members on safe work habits, product handling, and proper sanitation procedures.
- Conducts regular walk-throughs and spot checks to uphold cleanliness, safety, and merchandising standards.
Collaboration & Communication
- Works closely with the perishable departments to implement department goals, special projects, and store-wide initiatives.
- Facilitates team meetings and cross-functional communication with other departments to maintain consistency and efficiency.
- Provides input on hiring decisions and contributes to the professional development of reporting staff.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent required; additional retail or leadership training preferred.
- Minimum of 2-4 years of grocery or retail leadership experience, with responsibility for supervising employees and managing inventory.
- Certified in food safety.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
- Solid knowledge of grocery operations, including dairy, frozen, GM, and HBC categories.
- Effective communicator with a customer-first mindset and commitment to high service standards.
- Proficient in basic reporting, scheduling, and inventory tools.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to frequently lift up to 40 pounds and perform physical tasks such as bending, stocking, and prolonged standing.
- Work areas include refrigerated spaces and dry storage, subject to temperature changes.
- Fast-paced retail environment with standard exposure to store equipment and cleaning agents.
Nondisclosure & Confidentiality:
Responsibility
- Access to sensitive sales, labor, and inventory data across assigned departments.
- Authorized to manage department budgets, recommend supply needs, and provide operational feedback.
Strack & Van Til is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
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