The largest, regional closeout grocery chain with 40 stores in TN, NC, GA, KY, VA, and AL.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supports each Store Operations with the execution, planning, and accountability of all meat department merchandising, policies, procedures and training. Provides technical assistance and support to the company’s Store Managers and Meat Department Managers to ensure successful meat department operations.

Travels to store locations to inspect meat department facilities, receiving, storing, and displaying of products. Directly impacts the company’s meat department operations policies and procedures by developing and revising policies and procedures when necessary. Evaluates competitors and consults with vendors and customers to be efficient in category management while offering suggestions to the VP of Store Operations and the buying department. Examines products bought for resale or received for storage.

Oversee and ensure proper protocols; direct, coordinate, and evaluate the Meat Department operations. Assist the Store Manager with recruiting, interviewing, and training meat department managers and meat cutters. Assist with preparation of the meat department managers’ job performance review; and assist the meat department manager with planning, assigning, and directing work in their department.

SUPERVISORY:

Directs the responsibilities of the Meat Merchandisers.

Reports To: Chief Operations Officer

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma.

7 years’ experience and extensive knowledge of the meat and grocery industries.

At least 2 years in a manager role.

Thorough knowledge of the retail food business, perishable department operations, merchandising skills, and must be able to make timely and effective decisions.

Understanding of all safety requirements, company safety policies, the ability to apply on-the-job safety training to recognize and react to possible safety hazards on store premises.

Certified Food Safety Manager

Salary: $85-95K plus 25% bonus based on profitability of the department company vehicle, 401(K), Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance, Federal Benefit Consulting Service, Christmas Club Savings Program, PTO. Relo assistance.