Vitamin/HBA Manager

Sprouts Farmers Market • Sarasota, FL

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About The Position

Is helping people discover the benefits of supplements and vitamins your desire? Do you enjoy educating and coaching people to a healthier lifestyle? Do you have a passion for delivering an extraordinary customer service experience while working in a fast paced and friendly environment? If the thought of helping people make healthy choices in one of the fastest growing retailers is up your alley - then we need YOU to join our winning team at Sprouts Farmers Market as a Vitamin Manager! At Sprouts Farmers Market, the Vitamin Manager is responsible for the sales and operation of the Vitamin Department. Ensure excellent customer service by giving prompt, friendly, and knowledgeable information and guidance on our large selection of supplements and related products. Maintain an in-depth knowledge of vitamins, supplements, and other health and beauty items in the department, providing customers with guidance on supplements, health and beauty, and related products. Order product and manage inventory control. Oversee sales and promotional events. Work to achieve required sales, margin, expense and labor goals, through maintaining the proper product assortment, merchandising and inventory control to avoid out of stocks and overstocks. Work with Buyer and Store Manager to determine inventory, based on frequent evaluation of sales reports and current market trends. Engage and evaluate team members through coaching, feedback, and one-on-one development discussions, and make recommendations on merit increases via completing the bi-annual performance review process. Regularly attend and participate at in-store meetings. Recruit, hire and make promotion/transfer decisions in collaboration with the Store Manager. Confidently exercise independent judgment to address Team Member concerns. Take and document corrective actions when needed, including collaboration with business and HR partners in managing performance to include coaching, counseling, progressive discipline, suspension, or termination when needed. Ensure maximum productivity and efficiency by creating and adjusting schedules and staffing levels. Communicate standards, expectations, policy changes, and product knowledge to team members. Lead a team that collaborates to deliver the finest quality of product, highest level of service, and the greatest experience your customers will receive. Serve as a Key Carrier for the store and/or act as a Manager on Duty (MOD) as needed.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of 1 year of vitamin, homeopathy, or holistic experience with leadership experience.
• Good communication skills and ability to give and take direction.
• Ability to perform general housekeeping in the department.
• Adhere to all safety, health, and Weights and Measures regulations.
• Willingness to gain education on new products and alternative health.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift, stack, and maneuver heavy objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to move a ladder and access products requiring a force up to 5 lbs.
• Ability to maneuver a utility cart holding 20 lbs.
• Ability to use a pallet jack to move pallets.
• Ability to walk a total of up to 5 miles in an 8-hour shift.
• Achieve and maintain a Food Handlers permit.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Possess a working knowledge of personnel reports, margin reports, and financial goals.
• Outgoing and friendly behavior with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Ensure excellent customer service by providing prompt, friendly, and knowledgeable information.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of vitamins, supplements, and health and beauty items.
• Order product and manage inventory control.
• Oversee sales and promotional events.
• Achieve required sales, margin, expense, and labor goals.
• Work with Buyer and Store Manager to determine inventory based on sales reports and market trends.
• Engage and evaluate team members through coaching and feedback.
• Recruit, hire, and make promotion/transfer decisions.
• Exercise independent judgment to address Team Member concerns.
• Document corrective actions and manage performance.
• Create and adjust schedules and staffing levels for maximum productivity.
• Communicate standards, expectations, and policy changes to team members.
• Lead a team to deliver high-quality products and service.
• Serve as a Key Carrier and act as Manager on Duty as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Sick time plan.
• Vacation accrual plan.
• Opportunities for career growth.
• 15% discount for you and one other family member.
• Flexible schedules.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Contests and appreciation events throughout the year.
• Bonus based on company and/or individual performance.
• Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Health Savings Account with company match.
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Company paid short-term disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers.
• Paid holidays.
• DailyPay option for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food and Beverage Retailers
• Education Level: No Education Listed