Produce & Floral Operations Specialist

Position Summary

This role is responsible to provide direction and support to retail department managers to drive category performance and achieve sales, growth and profitability objectives. Monitor and access store performance, develop and implement new processes, procedures and programs to increase productivity, and assist in new and re-model store opening, set-up, training and operations.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Responsible for assigned retail stores to meet and deliver established sales and profitability through merchandising plans and processes.
• Ensure the successful and consistent implementation of category business plans and merchandising plans in collaboration with department management; plans include the areas of assortment, pricing, promotion and shelf placement.
• Participate in the operational execution of retail policies, plans and programs in areas of inventory and asset management, merchandising, facilities maintenance, safety and security.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and best merchandising practices; make recommendations to improve current programs and processes.
• Collaborate with internal departments (i.e., Marketing, Merchandising, Promotions, etc.) to support consistent execution of approved advertising plans and store promotions.
• Provide coaching, training, direction and support to retail department associates. Instruct and align associates' functions and duties to meet the productivity standards.

Here’s What You’ll Need

• Associate's Degree (Required)
• Marketing, Business Administration or other related field or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Three years' experience in merchandising or management in a retail setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to develop positive working relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, project management and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide work direction to associates and coordinate team workload.
• Ability to drive, develop and execute new programs to create sales and profits for future growth.
• Basic knowledge of retail stores and grocery department functions.
• Ability to maintain a strong customer focus and a high degree of professionalism when dealing with internal customers and leaders.
• Strong proficiency in MS office applications (i.e., Word, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to travel up to 75% to retail locations to include local and overnight travel.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings.

Travel Requirements

Travel requirements vary by assignment.

Benefits

SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package. Benefits may include:

• Excellent benefits package, including 2+ weeks PTO and 7 paid holidays.
• Eligible for healthcare (single and family) first of the month following date of hire.
• 401(k) plan with employer match available.
• Employer paid Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Paid Parental Leave after six months.

About the Role

Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

Location

Location: 7600 France Ave S - Edina, Minnesota 55435

Salary

$63,000- $90,000 depending on experience

Qualifications

Preferably located within a 1-hour drive of Minneapolis, MN.

Skills

None specifically listed.

Benefits

See above.

Schedule

Full-time