Grocery Manager

Overview

If you're someone who has a genuine desire to help people live better and healthier lives, join us as we work to be a trusted resource in our communities, offering real people, real food at real affordable prices across the Midwest. If you are ready to immerse yourself in an environment that helps shoppers naturally, intuitively, and enjoyably find real, honest, affordable goodness to meet them wherever they are on their wellness journey, we'd like to hear from you.

Join us to begin YOUR journey and be a part of the Fresh Thyme Market Team!

Fresh Thyme Rewards

• Weekly pay
• Scheduling flexibility
• Paid parental leave
• Team member discount
• Career growth opportunities

Are you passionate about the retail grocery market and organic products? Are you a leader? Are you ready to join one of the fastest growing companies in the retail grocery market? If so, Fresh Thyme Farmers Market is the place for you! Our unique business model, fast paced and growing environment, promote-from-within culture, and excellent benefits make Fresh Thyme the best employer in the grocery market.

Careers have been blooming at Fresh Thyme since our inception in 2012 - yours should be no different!

• Manage all aspects of the Grocery Department including staff, sales, margin, and labor.
• In the absence of the Store Director, assist with managing and developing all aspects of the Total Store.
• Assist customers as needed and maintain a friendly, energetic demeanor.
• Adhere to procedural guidelines set by the Grocery Department.
• Prepare weekly sales and labor projections for the Grocery Department to maximize sales and profits; ensure department operations stay within the labor percent allowed.
• Monitor and control costs and expenses, including inventory control, accurate weighing procedures, shrink control, and ad display optimization.
• Hire, train, schedule, coach, and conduct performance reviews for Grocery Department staff; ensure staff are trained on policies and procedures.
• Oversee shift operations and approve department work schedules.
• Ensure weekly flyer ads are in stock and ready for sale; order and stock products for upcoming ads.
• Stock grocery department items, including facing, filling, organization, and price tagging accuracy.
• Maintain cleanliness of grocery aisles, storage areas, and work areas; keep floors clear of spills and hazards.
• Assist customers with purchases, information, and product selection; promote selling and cross-selling.
• Receive, inspect, and log products for shipment accuracy, temperature, and quality.
• Monitor rotation of products, manage expired stock, and discard outdated items.
• Balance the grocery general ledger and financial statements.
• Oversee pre-inventory preparation and ensure tags match products.
• Manage department inventory to prevent out-of-stocks and over-stocks.
• Maintain high product knowledge and product preparation standards.
• Maintain an organized, sanitary, and clean department appearance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalency degree.
• Minimum of 4 years professional experience.
• Preferred 3-5 years grocery retail experience in Grocery department processes and procedures.
• Previous experience in a natural foods industry is a plus.

• Must maintain the highest level of customer service at all times.
• Ability to adapt to the high-volume retail environment while working in a cross-functional team.
• Capacity to take initiative when problems arise.
• Flexibility to adapt in various situations.
• Advanced attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional interaction with peers and senior management.
• Knowledge of MS Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to multitask and maintain strong organizational skills.
• Ability to lead, support, and contribute to team goals.
• Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates.
• Understand proper handling, preparation, seasonality, and shelf life of products.
• Familiarity with Health Department guidelines and regulations as they pertain to grocery retail.
• Advanced knowledge of…