Supervisor / Buyer Grocery

WILLIAMSON STREET GROCERY CO-OP•Middleton, WI

3d•$24 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisor/Buyer – Grocery is responsible for procuring, controlling, and managing department product inventory according to established policies. The role ensures received products meet the Co-op’s quality standards and coordinates product displays to attract customers. The Supervisor/Buyer is the point person for department needs when a manager is absent and works with department staff to provide high-quality service to internal and external customers. The position oversees daily department operations, including stocking, facing, ordering, merchandising, and inventory. It has indirect supervisory responsibility for department staff and is an hourly, non-exempt, represented, full-time position at the West – Middleton location in Middleton, Wisconsin. The stated schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, either 5 a.m.–1 p.m. or 6 a.m.–2 p.m. Willy Street Co-op describes its mission as maintaining a socially and environmentally responsible presence and supporting local community programs involving food, nutrition and well-being, sustainable agriculture, cooperative education, and social change. The organization values diversity, equity, and inclusion and emphasizes local, organic, and sustainable products.

Requirements

Previous experience as a clerk in one or more grocery store departments.
Positive attitude and collaborative spirit.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Willingness to be open, learn, and take on new responsibilities.
Regular, predictable attendance.
Effective communication skills in English.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions.
Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to handle multiple demands.
Adherence to deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working as a Buyer.
Prior experience supervising other employees.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily department operations, including stocking, facing, ordering, merchandising, and inventory.
Monitor staff and provide guidance and direction as needed.
Provide ongoing staff training and coordinate or cover breaks.
Know how to safely use all department equipment.
Order efficiently to control product inventory.
Oversee product receiving to ensure accuracy in invoicing, pricing, credits and returns, coding, and invoice routing.
Set up and break down special displays and promotions.
Break down deliveries and back-stock products that are not immediately stocked.
Greet customers and offer assistance.
Treat people fairly, consistently, and with respect.
Know product locations to help customers find what they need throughout the store.
Follow Co-op policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook and other company documents.
Participate in required training and meetings.
Keep the store orderly and clean.
Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Benefits

Flexible schedules.
Health insurance with low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums for full-time employees.
Employer-paid dental insurance for full-time employees.
Employer-paid life insurance for full-time employees.
Voluntary vision and disability coverage for full-time employees.
Paid Time Off.
401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
Employee discount at Co-op stores.
Wellness coupons.
Bike-to-work reimbursement.