Regional Partner Perishable - Western NY & PA / Eastern OH

Save A Lot•Saint Ann, MO

4d•$88,000 - $115,000•Remote

About The Position

This position provides guidance, expertise and training to Retail Partner Store Managers, perishable personnel, store team members, and Save A Lot regional field staff on all aspects of perishable operations; and requires an in-depth understanding of retail fresh meat and produce. This includes meat and produce product knowledge, retail financial acumen with P&L experience, troubleshooting problems, ordering, cold chain management, quality assurance, food safety, sanitation, shrink control, merchandising, assortment and COOL program compliance. This role will be responsible for assisting the Retail Partners in perishable department performance analysis and partnering in the development and execution of plans to improve sales and profitability.

Requirements

High school diploma required
Strong meat operations experience required, including hands-on experience in meat cutting.
Ability to influence others without authority and collaborate to achieve results
Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
Ability to effectively execute multiple priorities and tasks
Ability to effectively complete administrative paperwork in a timely manner
Ability to work effectively under limited direct supervision
Valid driver’s license required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree is a plus
Knowledge of retail produce operations is preferred, but not required.
Multi-unit management experience a plus
Ability to perform basic maintenance tasks preferred

Responsibilities

Provides guidance and training to store management and staff, inclusive of hands-on demonstration, on all aspects of fresh meat and produce operations
Focuses on meat cutting and merchandising training to maximize sales and profitability
Utilizes company training programs, including but not limited to Meat Cutting and Produce Resource manuals, to assist Retail Partners in establishing best practices
Meets regularly with regional leadership to ensure that action plans, company performance metrics and Retail Partner expectation are met
Ensures compliance with all City, State and Federal requirements
Assists Retail Partners in setting the meat and produce departments during remodels, Grand Openings, or on an as-needed basis in existing stores
Completes special projects, as assigned, and complete routine paperwork accurately and on a timely basis