Manager Grocery

Requisition ID: 195684 Career Group: Store Management Job Category: Retail - Grocery Travel Requirements: 0 - 10% Job Type: Full-Time Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc. The Grocery Manager is responsible for coaching, motivating, and developing department staff to foster customer loyalty, fulfil customer needs and actively contribute to an environment of employee and customer engagement. They are fiscally responsible for the operation of the department and will manage budgets, labour costs, inventory control, product presentation and merchandising while adhering to all protocols, procedures, policies and other programs and initiatives.

Here’s where you’ll be focusing: Create a coaching and development culture for all store employees that embraces a passion for food Demonstrate outstanding leadership while serving as a role model Manage direct reports including selection, orientation, training and development, performance management, succession planning and compensation Manage store operations and communicate requirements/changes to department employees as required Customer Offering Create a shopping experience that engages customers in a way that enhances loyalty, sales, and profit Provide superior customer service to meet customer needs Demonstrate exceptional product knowledge, including awareness of product changes, promotions, and seasonal trends Order, receive, organize, rotate, merchandise and present products and stock in accordance with company standards Policy/ Regulatory Adherence Ensure all applicable company policies and procedures are communicated and adhered to by employees Ensure that Occupational Health & Safety, food safety, and other regulatory requirements and procedures are implemented and maintained Maintain a thorough understanding of all relevant company programs and attend training as required Manage the department budget and ensure the department achieves all financial targets and maximizes sales and margins, including appropriate sales forecasting, variance analysis and correction, and labour cost control Keeping abreast of local competitor activity, industry trends and make recommendations on internal pricing, promotions, and product policies Act as the employer of choice by actively supporting an environment of employee engagement Initiate, support, participate and lead community and charitable events and activities Other Duties Coordinate maintenance of department equipment and repairs Provide feedback for continuous improvement Maintain a clean and safe working environment as per Company requirements Other duties as required What you have to offer: Minimum 18 months of retail store experience, grocery experience preferred High School Diploma Full knowledge of total store and department operations Experience reading and analyzing financial reports, and experience in developing and adhering to budgets Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Above average communication skills (oral and written) Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment Compensation Sobeys offers competitive compensation packages that will vary by role, location and store ownership. Salary information may be shared through job posting websites but these numbers are not provided by or monitored for accuracy by the store owner/operator. We will consider factors such as your working location, work experience and skills as well as internal equity, and market conditions to ensure the selected candidate is paid fairly and competitively.

We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process. Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work. #J-18808-Ljbffr