Heinen's Grocery Store · 1 day ago
Grocery Department Manager
Heinen’s Grocery Store is a family-owned grocery retailer known for its premium-quality products and outstanding customer service. The Grocery Department Manager will lead a team to maintain organized aisles, oversee inventory management, and ensure exceptional customer service while fostering a collaborative environment.
Retail
Responsibilities
Lead, train, and develop Grocery Department associates to achieve sales, margin, and customer service goals
Coordinate and facilitate team training on departmental best practices, operational procedures, and product knowledge
Deliver exceptional service to customers, associates, and vendor partners while fostering a positive and productive work environment
Provide strong leadership through effective delegation, performance management, and communication
Partner and communicate regularly with the Grocery team, merchandising staff, and corporate departments to ensure alignment with company objectives
Assist with daily operational tasks, including shrink management, order writing, stocking, rotation, and merchandising execution
Develop and manage weekly labor schedules that reflect business needs and optimize productivity
Maintain current knowledge of products, promotions, and merchandising standards
Implement merchandising plans and utilize performance scorecards to monitor and drive results
Ensure clear and consistent team communication through tools such as whiteboards and team meetings
Uphold all food safety, sanitation, and company compliance standards
Attend required corporate meetings, training sessions, and department updates
Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and store success
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred
Minimum of 1 year of grocery or retail experience required; 1-3 years of leadership experience preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related business systems
Strong leadership, decision-making, communication, and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to coach, train, and provide constructive feedback to team members
Ability to perform all Grocery Associate responsibilities as needed
Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as business needs require
Willingness to work additional hours during peak periods
Ability to work in varying temperature conditions, including refrigerated and freezer environments
Preferred
associate or bachelor's degree preferred
1-3 years of leadership experience preferred
Completion of a recognized leadership development program preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Professional development and leadership training programs
Paid time off
Flexible scheduling
Company
Heinen's Grocery Store
Founded in 1929, Heinen’s is a premier grocery store chain noted for its quality products and outstanding customer service.
Funding
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