Team Leader Assistant, Grocery

Job Summary

Provide leadership in the Grocery Department by directing and managing employees, ordering perishable and non perishable products and supplies. An Assistant Grocery Team Leader will also assist in implementing merchandising initiatives to stimulate the growth of the business while creating and sustaining an exemplary customer service atmosphere to build a lifelong relationship by focusing on understanding and exceeding customer needs.

Job Description

Experience Required: 1 to 3 years
Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent
Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds
Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age

Job Responsibilities

• Manage inventories by tracking weekly reports and ordering products and supplies to meet customer requirements and maximize profits.
• Schedule team members and delegate work assignments in accordance with collective bargaining agreement when applicable, as well as work standards.
• Develop and implement merchandising plans using guidelines and suggestions to meet the financial objectives of the department. Control department costs by monitoring and improving operations to increase profitability.
• Prepare, maintain and track records concerning inventories and work processes to calculate gross monthly profits according to Company policy.
• Direct, oversee, and evaluate training provided by a trainer to department team members in order to reduce turnover, promote efficiency, and control labor costs.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment to ensure health and OSHA requirements are met.
• Develop and maintain communication process with other departments in order to develop marketing plans which help to meet the financial objectives of the store.
• Promote continuous development of Team Members and identify candidates for the Team Leader Development Program.