What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Operations position at Skagit Valley Food Co-Op?
POSITION SUMMARY: The Director of Operations plays a critical role in achieving Skagit Valley Food Co-op’s sales, labor, and profit margin goals while operating within the Co-op’s mission. This role is responsible for maintaining efficient operational procedures that also support Co-op staff in providing the highest possible level of customer service and experience. The Operations Director also focuses on company culture and providing staff support, development, and recognition.
This position is accountable to the General Manager. Directs and supervises all the store’s Department Managers (Grocery, Produce, Meat & Seafood, Cashier, Wellness, Mercantile, and Garden). Works in conjunction with the Prepared Foods Director, Marketing Director, Facilities Director, and Human Resources Director. Interacts with members, the general community, vendors, employees, the cooperative community, and the Co-op’s Board of Directors.
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Qualifications and Skills
- 5 years’ experience in management in the food retail/grocery industry.
- Specialized knowledge: grocery retail working knowledge, to include profit and loss analysis, buying, budgeting, merchandising, inventory control, margin control, labor control, and customer service.
- Special skills: computer knowledge (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook) and data analysis.
- Supervisory skills: proven experience of at least 3-5 years.
- Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Flexible schedule – ability to work weekends/evenings as needed or assigned.
Essential Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, walk for 8 hours a day.
- Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
- Ability to use hands for keyboard, pulling and pushing standard office supplies and equipment.
- Ability to bend, squat, reach on an occasional basis.
- Must be able to climb stairs repeatedly.
Benefits
- 25% Employee Discount
- Lunch Discount
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
- Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off