Grocery Dept Manager In Training

Tawa Supermarket Inc• Fairfax, VA, US, VA

4h•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Management in Training (MIT) position is a short-term transitional role that provides employees with work assignments and training opportunities to prepare MITs to be promoted to retail store's Grocery Department Manager. From the start date in the Management Training Program, it may be possible to progress to a management position within approximately 3 - 5 months, depending on the trainee's prior experience and performance and learning progress during the Management Training Program (MTP). To participate in the program, the trainee must meet the qualifications of the Grocery Department Manager listed below.

Requirements

1 year of supervisory experience in the grocery department or equivalent is required.
Ability to work assigned schedules, including weekend, and holidays as needed.
Currently possess or have the ability to possess a Food Handler’s certificate.
Knowledge of food production process, product lines, and labeling.
Knowledge and understanding of employment laws, including compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
Knowledge of safety rules and regulations established by the company and government.
Advanced attention to detail, communication, leadership, and time management skills.
Advanced active listening, execution, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to thrive under pressure and adhere to constant and challenging deadlines.
Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
Ability to coach and mentor team members with professional maturity.
Ability to establish goals and guide employees to complete duties effectively.
Ability to inspect and evaluate the quality of products.
Proficient with computer programs and software to enter data and process information.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English/Mandarin, English/Cantonese, or English/Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee the operation of the Grocery department starting from product preparation, product display, material distribution, and inventory control to increase product exposure and process efficiency for higher sales.
Ensure department team members provide excellent customer service, identify any issues in the early stage and propose action plans on a continued basis, and encourage and answer all customer suggestions and complaints to increase customer service optimization.
Drive department sales to achieve sales and margin targets, control labor and stock loss, analyze sales data, control costs and meet company financial projections.
Use the company system to track product sales and inventory, ensure accurate inventory numbers, and efficiently conduct the monthly physical inventory count.
Supervise, delegate, and schedule tasks to employees with constructive feedback for further improvement and personal growth, recommend disciplinary actions, transfers, promotions, hiring, and rate increase by consulting with the HR department, including training employees in equipment operation and product handling, presentation, and rotation.
Assist in supervising and performing Omni channel services and initiatives and all accounting, administrative, maintenance, and marketing duties, including identifying efficient and productive weekly marking plans by utilizing all resources available to achieve better performance and maximize sales.
Make reasonable product ordering according to the company’s order, schedule, and deadlines, and check product quality and quantity when receiving products.
Distribute, refill, and rotate deliveries, products, and stock room using First-In-First-Out (FIFO) methods to meet customer needs and manage the cutting, trimming, and packing of products into saleable sizes, weights, and labeling to reflect accurate pricing information.
Manage and decorate stores with attractive product displays and proper signage to showcase freshness and quality, create and distribute promotional materials to customers, and ensure shelf tags are labeled correctly to drive sales and marketing initiatives.
Control, safeguard, and monitor all store department assets, help implement company policies and procedures, resolve any department accidents, urgent notices, and other violations or incidents, and report them to ASM/SM/DM.
Maintain and ensure safe and sanitary working environments throughout the store and department and comply with internal procedures and safety codes to meet federal, state, and local regulations.
Maintain and clean equipment, machines, and appliances regularly to ensure freshness and quality of products, monitor equipment to be at the appropriate temperature, coordinate maintenance accordingly, and keep accurate logs according to the company policies, state food safety, and health regulations.
Manage the expiration dates of products to take expired products off the shelves and order new ones on time to refill and replenish products to meet customer demands.
Follow company procedures to plan for promotion events, prepare the appropriate amount of products, set reasonable prices to increase sales, and arrange demos when necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.