FT Assistant Produce Sales Manager

About the Role

Hannaford Supermarkets, rooted in its history as a fresh produce vendor since 1883, is committed to local farming, sustainable practices, and community traditions. This role involves effectively assisting in the management of department operations to meet financial and sales goals, building strong associate and customer relations, and promoting a culture that supports Hannaford’s strategy.

Responsibilities

• In the absence of the department manager, manage department operations in accordance with established standards.
• Role model outstanding, friendly customer service and offer solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Assist in growing sales through effective merchandising strategies.
• Assist in hiring, training, and developing associates to meet department needs.
• Assist in managing performance through planning, coaching, and disciplinary efforts.
• Ensure department conditions (appearance, quality, variety, safety, and food safety) are consistently maintained at the highest level.
• Maintain effective work schedules to meet production, customer service standards, and associates' personal needs.
• Recognize associates who deliver great service and coach them to expectations when necessary.
• Understand and use company tools such as financial reports, scheduling, productivity, ordering, and business information systems.
• Maintain accurate records of production, shrink, sales, and inventory.
• Assist in communicating department and company policies to associates.
• Perform various department functions to meet production and customer service guidelines.
• Assist in special projects.
• Receive, store, process, and merchandise products in accordance with department guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Strong understanding of store operations and merchandising techniques preferred.
• Effective communication, customer service, and selling skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Desire and ability to lead and manage a team.
• Demonstrated ability to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Must meet minimum age requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to use computers and communication systems required for job functions.
• Stand and walk 100% of the time.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. 80% of the time and up to 75 lbs. occasionally.
• Reach to shoulder level or above while lifting 30 lbs.
• Frequent bending, reaching, grasping, and lifting produce items at or above waist level.
• Tolerate working in cold temperatures for up to 20 minutes at a time.
• Handle substances associated with cleaning materials, packaging materials, and food products.
• Meet volume activity standards established for the department.

Pay

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