FT Meat Manager Trainee (H)

Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a fresh produce vendor in Portland, Maine way back in 1883, and continues to honor its roots as a local market. The company actively seeks farmers and producers for its Local program, celebrating local foods, farmland preservation, traditions and jobs. Hannaford was the first major U.S. supermarket to document that all its seafood products were sustainably harvested.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Manage retail operations for the assigned department, making decisions that impact store associates, merchandise quality and presentation, and customer service. Build associate and customer relations, promote a strong culture aligned with Hannaford Strategy through store huddles, role modeling, and consistent use of performance management tools. Ensure store appearance, security, safety and food safety standards are upheld at the highest level and account for company assets.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Foster a positive and inclusive environment to retain associates and customers.
• Ensure that all quality standards are met.
• Manage department operations in accordance with established department standard practices.
• Ensure the maintenance of the department's appearance and presentation.
• Hire, train and develop associates to meet the department needs.
• Attain departmental financial objectives.
• Supervise performance of all duties and responsibilities of all assigned department associates.
• Role model outstanding friendly customer service.
• Use good judgement in delegation, assignment, and follow-up required for efficient performance of the department.
• Ensure the maintenance of accurate records of production, shrink, sales and inventory.
• Meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Provide recognition of accomplishments and offer constructive counseling when necessary.
• Treat all co-workers with fairness, dignity, and respect.
• Ensure department associates are properly trained by certified trainers.
• Ensure all company policies and procedures are followed as outlined.
• Develop product knowledge in all areas of the assigned department.
• Use RF (Radio Frequency) unit as needed.
• Retrieve and organize assigned departments product loads.
• Assist in effectively ordering and maintaining inventory control to maximize sales and limit shrink issues.
• Conduct performance appraisals on all department associates according to company standards.
• Maintain effective work schedules to meet production and customer service standards as well as associates’ personal needs.
• Understand and use company tools such as MPP, financial reports, scheduling, ordering and business information systems.
• Ensure operational and merchandising standard practices are followed to maximize profitability, paying special attention to priority categories.
• Maintain solid communication in the department and throughout the organization.
• Observe and ensure compliance with company sanitation, safety and food safety standards.
• Understand the causes and means for resolving and limiting shrink.
• Have total understanding of the department's standard practice manual and Program Manuals for each assigned department's program.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong understanding of store operations and total store merchandising techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and a demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Demonstrated good judgement solving problems, making decisions, handling complaints, arbitrating disputes and resolving grievances.
• Desire and ability to lead and manage associates throughout multiple departments.
• Department Manager or equivalent experience required.
• College degree or equivalent preferred.
• Must be certified by the National Registry of Food Safety Professionals or similar accrediting organization as a "Certified Food Safety Manager" or will be required to attend company-provided training and achieve accreditation within the first 90 days. Accreditation must be maintained while employed in a position requiring accreditation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to use computers and other communication systems required to perform job functions.
• Lift up to 20 lbs. regularly, including overhead lifting and up to 60 lbs. occasionally. Push/pull up to 40 lbs. regularly.
• Meet established volume and fixed activity standards.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Assist in attaining financial objectives: sales, payroll percent, gross margin, shrink, MPP net percent effectiveness and control of other expenses.
• Ensure all company policies and procedures are followed as outlined.
• Foster a sales-driven, consumer focused culture through relationship building and promoting an enthusiastic customer awareness.
• Treat all associates with fairness, dignity and respect. Provide recognition of accomplishments and offer constructive counseling when necessary.
• Ensure the maintenance of the store's appearance and presentation and quality conditions of all products.
• Manage performance of duties and responsibilities of all assigned department associates.
• Make hiring, training and performance management recommendations for assigned department associates.
• Support the development needs of assigned department associates.
• Use good judgment in delegation, assignment and follow-up required for efficient performance of the store.
• Observe and ensure compliance with company security, safety and food safety standards.
• Maintain merchandising techniques and layouts consistent with corporate philosophy.
• Complete understanding of the causes and means for resolving inventory shrink issues in the assigned departments.
• Understand the use of company tools such as MPP, financial reports, scheduling, ordering and business information systems.
• Have a solid understanding of standard practices for all departments.
• Maintain solid communications with the management team, all associates in the store and throughout the organization.
• Treat all store information as strictly confidential.
• Perform all other duties and projects as assigned.
• Meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

SALARY RANGE

Salary range is between $18.95 and $27.25 per hour.

EEO STATEMENT

Hannaford provides equal opportunity in employment to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), age, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.