Manager Meat

Meat Manager Location: 0580 Bedford Sobeys, Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada (B0P 1E0) Position responsible for coaching, motivating, and developing department staff, fiscal management of the department, and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. Key Responsibilities 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, development, performance management, succession planning and compensation Manage store operations and communicate requirements/changes to department employees as required Provide a shopping experience that engages customers and enhances loyalty, sales and profit Demonstrate exceptional product knowledge, including awareness of product changes, promotions and seasonal trends Order, receive, organize, rotate, merchandise and present products and stock according to company standards Provide superior customer service to meet customer needs 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 are implemented and maintained Maintain a thorough understanding of all relevant company programs and attend training as required Coordinate maintenance of department equipment and repairs as required Manage the department budget, achieve financial targets, maximize sales and margins, and perform sales forecasting, variance analysis, and labour cost control Keep abreast of local competitor activity, industry trends and make recommendations on internal pricing, promotions and product policies Act as the employer of choice by supporting an environment of employee engagement Initiate, support, participate and lead community and charitable events and activities Provide feedback for continuous improvement Maintain a clean and safe working environment as per Company requirements Other duties as required Qualifications Minimum 18 months of retail store experience, meat 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 Benefits Competitive benefits package, including health and dental coverage, life, short- and long-term disability insurance Access to Virtual Health Care Platform and Employee and Family Assistance Program Retirement and Savings Plan 10% in-store discount at participating banners and other discount programs Learning and Development resources Parental leave top‑up Paid vacation and days off #J-18808-Ljbffr