Grocery Department Manager - 12th Kiwanis

Lewis Drug•Sioux Falls, SD

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The department manager is responsible for the smooth operations of their assigned department(s) within the store. This person is accountable for merchandise availability, department standards, and customer service within the assigned area. The department manager will utilize product knowledge to support sales as well as teach, direct, and support other employees.

Requirements

Must be neat and clean in appearance
Eagerness to help customers with a positive and friendly attitude
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask
Must be a self-starter
Willingness to take direction when needed
Ability to maintain composure when dealing with challenging situations
Ability and desire to learn new skills
Ability to complete any necessary paperwork accurately and timely
Ability to effectively communicate with employees across the company such as part time employees up to corporate team members
Dependable in attendance and job performance
High school diploma or equivalent required (or in progress)
Ability to handle transactions accurately and responsibly
Excellent communication skills and problem solving skills
Basic math and computer skills
Must be able to stand and remain stationary for long periods of time in addition to moving about the sales floor to access product from varying height levels
Must be able to constantly operate a cash register
Ability to lift/move items up to 10 lbs constantly, up to 20 lbs frequently, and up to 50 lbs occasionally with or without accommodation

Responsibilities

Greet all customers with a smile and friendly attitude
Show ownership of assigned department(s) by managing all aspects of the department(s) including, but not limited to: customer service, ordering, receiving, merchandising, executing displays and corporate guided sets
Ability to anticipate product needs due to upcoming ads and/or promotions
Communicate any challenges to the appropriate corporate category manager
Ability to coordinate ordering from multiple avenues: auto orders, Lewis Distribution Center, direct from vendor, etc.
Constantly check and rotate dated items and remove out dates (if applicable)
Ability to learn the receiving process using invoices and verifying information
Merchandise and stock product daily including any necessary cleaning and front facing
Maintain a neat and clean work space
Promote Lewis initiatives and represent Lewis in a positive manner to our customers and communities
Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
HSA, FSA, LPFSA options
Voluntary options: life, long-term disability, life/long-term care hybrid, cancer, critical illness, accident, identity theft protection
Employee discount
Retirement savings (401k)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid volunteer time
Company paid short term disability
Company paid life insurance
Discounted logowear
Employee Assistance Program