Specialty Department Lead

Healthy Living•Town of Halfmoon, NY

5d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Living is opening a new store in Clifton Park and is seeking a Specialty Department Lead to join the Specialty Department team! Healthy Living is a locally owned, independent chain of supermarkets serving communities in Vermont and New York. Our mission is to fuel a passion for great food, health, and well-being and be the place where people gather to shop, eat, and work. We are committed to providing super healthful, innovative, and delicious food while maintaining exceptional hospitality and creating an inviting place to shop and eat. We also prioritize our relationships with local farmers and producers, and actively contribute to our community. The Specialty Department Lead supports purchasing and inventory management across the Specialty Departments, using sales trends, product knowledge, and vendor relationships to support appropriate stock levels and department needs. The Lead provides day-to-day direction and support to department associates, helping prioritize tasks, maintain department standards, and provide a strong guest experience. They work closely with the Specialty Manager on product performance, sales trends, and guest preferences to support purchasing and merchandising decisions. The Lead also supports product presentation, rotation, freshness, and cleanliness while assisting with ordering, inventory tracking, vendor communication, merchandising, and identifying opportunities for new products and promotions.

Requirements

At least 1 year of leadership, team lead, or relevant retail experience
At least 2 years’ experience working with cheese, wine, beer, bread, housewares, and/or related specialty products, preferably in a retail environment
Experience with inventory management, ordering, merchandising, or other department operations
Experience working with local products is preferred

Responsibilities

Leads, trains, and supports Specialty Associates, fostering a positive, collaborative, and productive department environment
Provides day-to-day direction to associates, including prioritizing tasks, assigning work, and supporting department needs
Helps address staff call-outs by assisting with coverage and shifting priorities as needed
Communicates staff concerns or operational issues to the Specialty Manager
Supports associates in staying productive throughout their shifts, including during downtime, while following safe work practices
Helps maintain and delegate cleaning and department maintenance tasks
Trains new associates and provides ongoing product, operational, sanitation, and department training
Assists with maintaining task lists, training materials, cleaning procedures, and department processes
Uses sound judgment and seeks guidance from the Specialty Manager or store leadership when needed
Communicates regularly with the Specialty Manager regarding department operations, staffing needs, and other relevant issues
Completes replenishment ordering for designated Specialty Departments and/or categories
Maintains accurate inventory levels, cycle counts, and backstock
Tracks product movement, sales trends, and out-of-stocks and shares relevant information with the Specialty Manager
Communicates product performance, guest feedback, vendor concerns, and product opportunities to the Specialty Manager
Monitors inventory and adjusts ordering to maintain appropriate shelf and backstock levels
Completes shrink and credit reporting responsibilities and follows through on credits as needed
Uses ordering systems accurately and prepares orders based on sales trends, seasonal needs, and anticipated demand
Coordinates new item ordering, product placement, and related department changes
Maintains accurate purchase orders and follows receiving and PO procedures
Completes regularly scheduled cycle counts and inventory adjustments
Maintains accurate product tags, signs, and promotional information
Works with the Specialty Manager to review product performance and identify opportunities to improve assortment, sales, and inventory

Benefits

Health Insurance (we pay 75% you pay 25% for single health benefits)
Dental and Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Flex Spending Accounts
Health Spending Accounts
Paid time off (Full time staff receive 2 weeks, gain additional week on 1st and 4th anniversary)
Sick time (Part time staff receive 40 hours of sick time a year)
Paid Maternity/Paternity time, up to 8 weeks paid time off!
Generous store discount: 20% off grocery, 20% off hot bar/salad bar/coffee and juice bar, 10% off beer, 20% off wine, 30% off vitamins/supplements
Half price one month bus passes
401(k): 100% match of the first 3% of the staff member’s contribution. 50% match on the staff member’s contribution above 3% and up to 5%. Staff are 100% vested in Healthy Living’s contribution from day one
Income advance program with North Country Federal Credit Union - AKA a loan program, another way we help you get money!
Free Celtics tickets