Deli Merchandiser

Strack & Van Til•Highland, IN

33d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Deli Merchandiser is responsible for overseeing all deli departments across the Company, ensuring consistent execution of merchandising strategies, product quality, food safety, and customer service standards. This role develops and implements programs that drive deli sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction while maintaining brand standards across all locations. The Deli Merchandiser partners with store leadership and deli managers to monitor performance, provide training, and implement promotional and seasonal merchandising plans. The incumbent serves as the subject matter expert for deli operations, ensuring compliance, innovation, and continuous improvement throughout the Company.

Requirements

5+ years of deli, food service, or grocery retail management experience, with multi-store or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of deli operations, merchandising, food safety, and sanitation standards.
Proven success in managing budgets, sales performance, and shrink reduction.
Strong leadership skills with ability to train, coach, and develop deli managers and associates.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
Ability to travel regularly to store locations.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Food Service Management, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee all deli department operations and merchandising across the Company’s retail locations.
Develop and implement deli merchandising strategies, seasonal promotions, and product assortments to drive sales and margin goals.
Ensure consistent product presentation, signage, and rotation standards in every store.
Work with suppliers, vendors, and brokers to source new products, negotiate pricing, and plan promotions.
Conduct regular store visits to evaluate deli department performance, cleanliness, merchandising execution, and customer service.
Coach and support deli managers and associates to ensure proper training in food safety, sanitation, and merchandising standards.
Develop and manage deli department budgets, including sales targets, shrink control, and labor costs.
Analyze sales, shrink, and margin reports to identify opportunities for improvement and implement corrective actions.
Collaborate with marketing to design and execute advertising and promotional programs for deli products.
Support store remodels, openings, and remerchandising projects with deli-specific planning and execution.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and brand standards across all deli operations.
Monitor industry trends and competitor offerings to identify new opportunities for growth and differentiation.
Standardize recipes, product offerings, and best practices across all deli departments for consistency.
Build strong relationships with store directors, deli managers, and cross-functional leaders to align goals and priorities.
Lead training sessions, workshops, and meetings to develop deli department leadership and associate skills.
Perform other duties as assigned to support total store and company success.