Grocery Buyer and Manager

• Helpful: We share the instinct to help our customers, clients, and each other. Our community values our willingness to provide an experience that makes a difference.
• Curious: We ask bold questions, exploring new ideas, and challenging the status quo. We create space to try, learn, and adapt to be stronger together.
• Beyond Self: We act with purpose that transcends personal ambition. Our work is rooted in service beyond our self-interest. We create impact together.
• Bold Integrity: We are honest and accountable with each other and the people we serve; we are not afraid to do the right thing to ensure we're accomplishing our goals of stronger, healthier communities.
• Desire and Passion for the Mission: We strive to make a difference in people’s lives. Our bring heart, energy, and purpose in everything we do. Our mission is not just what we do but why we show up every day.

SUMMARY:

The primary role of the Grocery Buyer and Manager is to serve as the head of the grocery department, overseeing ordering, deliveries, and inventory, and managing a

team of grocery employees. Department supervision requires a manager to be a strong advocate for his or her department, often beyond the responsibilities explicitly stated below. This includes equipment and fixtures, opportunities, discrepancies, and procedures; and working with GFG management to improve the overall business.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to and enforce GFG and Commonwealth Autism policies and procedures.
• Monitor work email during business hours for timely responses.
• Support GFG's goals and community involvement.
• Communicate project needs and priorities clearly before the end of each
• Foster a respectful and productive work environment, setting a positive example for the team.
• Ensure all duties are covered during absences and proactively suggest improvements.
• Work toward leadership growth and contribute to the overall success of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain department merchandising standards, including endcaps, seasonal displays, and identifying cross-merchandising opportunities while giving meaningful input.
• Ensure accurate signage and displays, including promotional demos.
• Become proficient in inventory systems and Excel to pull reports, analyze data and program items & sales.
• Manage large store deliveries, including preparing the store, vendor and supporting team communication, overseeing breakdown of delivery, and managing a team of stockers.
• Serve as Manager on Duty as needed.

Purchasing & Inventory Management:

• Conduct regular inventory checks to ensure stock levels meet demand.
• Assist in effective waste reduction and rotation practices.
• Order and oversee ordering of grocery department products.
• Adjust product mix and order based on sales data and customer feedback.
• Prepare for special events and promotions with timely inventory planning.
• Ensure accurate inventory records and timely order placement to avoid overstocking or under stocking.

Budget Management:

• Monitor department budget, focusing on achieving sales and profit goals.
• Implement cost-control measures and address invoice discrepancies.
• Ensure timely updates to Co Manager and Chief Retail Officer on new & discontinued items and price changes.

SUPERVISORY and/or

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Management Responsibilities: Serve as the primary point of contact for staff and customer concerns during assigned shifts.

• Supervise and direct other buyers in the grocery department.
• Provide guidance and direction to ensure daily operations standards are upheld.
• Address urgent issues such as customer service challenges, staffing needs, or operational disruptions.
• Ensure all staff members follow company policies, safety procedures, and food handling standards.
• Communicate significant incidents or concerns…