Perishable Manager - Hammond

Job Title:

Perishable Manager

Department:
Perishables (Floral, Produce, Bakery, Deli/Sushi, Meat, Seafood) and all Safety and Sanitation

FLSA Status:
Salary - Exempt

Position Summary:

The Perishable Manger is a key member of the store leadership team, responsible for overseeing the store's Perishables Departments (including Produce, Meat, Seafood, Deli/Sushi, Bakery, and Floral) and supporting the Store Director in daily operations. This exempt-level position drives execution, supports profitable operations, ensures outstanding customer service, and leads department managers and staff to uphold Strack & Van Til's standards of excellence, safety, and compliance.

The Perishable Manager actively promotes the company's mission, vision, and values through effective leadership and a people-first approach

Reporting Structure:

* Reports to:

Store Director and/or Assistant Store Director.

* Direct Reports:
Floral, Produce, Bakery, Deli/Sushi, Meat, Seafood

* Indirect Reports:

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Supervision

* Assists all Perishable Managers in managing all aspects of department operations and acts as the department lead in their absence.

* Directly supervises the Floral, Produce, Bakery, Deli/Sushi, Meat, Seafood

teams, providing direction, training, and performance feedback.

* Helps plan and execute effective schedules and labor management strategies to optimize productivity and service.

Customer Experience & Merchandising

* Maintains fully stocked and organized displays across assigned areas, ensuring merchandise is attractively presented and accurately priced.

* Ensures all team members deliver prompt, courteous, and knowledgeable service to enhance the customer shopping experience.

* Supports promotional setups, end caps, and seasonal transitions to drive traffic and sales.

Inventory & Operational Excellence

* Assists in monitoring and maintaining inventory levels, stock rotation, and shrink control processes across all departments.

* Partners with vendors, receiving, and department leads to ensure product availability, freshness, and accuracy.

* Reviews sales reports and performance data to identify trends and make actionable recommendations.

Compliance & Safety

* Ensures compliance with all company policies, food safety standards, and health regulations within assigned areas.

* Trains team members on safe work habits, product handling, and proper sanitation procedures.

* Conducts regular walk-throughs and spot checks to uphold cleanliness, safety, and merchandising standards.

Collaboration & Communication

* Works closely with the perishable departments to implement department goals, special projects, and store-wide initiatives.

* Facilitates team meetings and cross-functional communication with other departments to maintain consistency and efficiency.

* Provides input on hiring decisions and contributes to the professional development of reporting staff.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

* High School diploma or equivalent required; additional retail or leadership training preferred.

* Minimum of 2-4 years of grocery or retail leadership experience, with responsibility for supervising employees and managing inventory.

* Certified in food safety.

Skills & Competencies

* Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.

* Solid knowledge of grocery operations, including dairy, frozen, GM, and HBC categories.

* Effective communicator with a customer-first mindset and commitment to high service standards.

* Proficient in basic reporting, scheduling, and inventory tools.

Work Environment &

Physical Requirements:

* Must be able to frequently lift up to 40 pounds and perform physical tasks such as bending, stocking, and prolonged standing.

* Work areas include refrigerated spaces and dry storage, subject to temperature changes.

* Fast-paced retail environment with standard exposure to store equipment and cleaning agents.

Nondisclosure & Confidentiality:

Responsibility

* Access to sensitive sales, labor, and inventory data across assigned departments.

* Authorized to manage department budgets, recommend supply needs, and provide operational feedback.

Strack & Van Til is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating a respectable, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve.