Center Store Specialist

The Fresh Market Inc • Macon, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Center Store Specialist supports Center Store operations at The Fresh Market by maintaining freshness, quality, accurate product placement, and signage across assigned categories. The role coordinates with department leadership on ordering and replenishment, verifies deliveries, follows receiving and storage procedures, and supports compliance during product transitions and promotions. The specialist also assists with front-end operations during peak periods and provides friendly, helpful service to guests on the sales floor.

The position requires a flexible schedule, including weekends, days, evenings, and holidays. Work involves extended periods standing or walking, repetitive movements, lifting and moving items, exposure to extreme temperatures, use of specified tools and equipment, and wearing approved hair coverings and personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in retail, grocery, restaurant, or hospitality operations.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and work at a fast pace.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, days, evenings, and holidays.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds by oneself.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods without a break, for up to 4 hours or as required by law.
• Ability to use knives, ladders, stepstools, box cutters, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
• Must wear an approved hat, hair net, and/or beard guard, and personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Retail, culinary, and/or grocery experience.
• Experience with electronic shelf label systems, inventory management technology, or AI-enabled retail tools.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Center Store categories meet freshness and quality standards, including proper rotation and dating and temperature compliance for dairy and frozen items.
• Execute planograms and maintain accurate product placement and signage.
• Coordinate with department leadership on ordering and replenishment of dairy, frozen, bulk, coffee, candy, beer, and wine.
• Verify deliveries for accuracy and freshness and follow proper receiving and storage procedures.
• Support compliance during key item transitions and promotional events.
• Support front-end operations during peak business times as a cashier or in other areas.
• Engage guests with a friendly, helpful approach on the sales floor.

Benefits

• Team Member discount up to 40%.
• Early Earn Wage Access: access up to 50% of earned wages, up to $500, on-demand per pay period.
• 401K contribution and company match.
• Financial Wellness Program.
• Personal time off and additional time-off purchase plans.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance for individuals and families.
• Discounts on pet insurance, daycare, event tickets, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed