Grocery Department Manager

August 14, 2024

Freson Bros. , an Alberta-owned and operated fresh food retail chain, invites entrepreneurial-minded individuals to apply for the Grocery Department Manager position.

The Grocery Department Manager is an integral leadership role within the Freson Bros. (Fresh Market) - Stony Plain, Alberta store and Freson Bros. company.

Qualifications :

• Minimum 3 years of progressive grocery department or retail management experience
• A history of meeting financial objectives and targets in a grocery environment
• Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Effective critical thinking and conflict resolution skills
• Strong Google Suite skills and the ability to quickly learn new computer programs
• A passion for leading and developing others
• Strong knowledge of retail operations, inventory management, and food safety regulations
• Ability to work different shifts including early mornings, weekends, and holidays according to the needs of the business
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• Astute Business Acumen : The capability of growing and effectively managing an operational business unit.
• Belief in the value of teamwork and the ability to harness the collective talent of individuals.
• Ambition : Self-motivated and disciplined to achieve personal and professional success.
• Brand Ambassadorship : Passionate about delivering the Freson Bros. Brand with Team Members to all guests.

Most importantly, the willingness and enthusiasm for continuous learning and development.

Role and Responsibilities :

• Lead Grocery team in merchandising produce items for weekly, promotional, and seasonal displays
• Inventory Management through weekly ordering, record & invoice maintenance, and leading quarterly inventory counts
• Schedule Grocery Team Members to ensure that production and customer needs are met
• Ensure company standards are met and department programs are followed
• Assist the Store Manager with recruiting while maintaining a high-performance work team
• Train, develop, and motivate Grocery Team Members
• Resolve customer and Grocery department concerns and complaints, and provide a positive customer experience
• Champion the Freson Bros. Brand and culture by modeling our qualities of Drive, Integrity, and Growth

Position Type : Full-Time

Salary : $45,000-$55,000 / year

Bonus Program : based on department performance

Group Benefits : plan available for all Full-Time Team Members

Team Member Grocery Discount Program : 10%

Team Member Discounted Lunch Program

Endless professional development and training opportunities

About Freson Bros. :

Founded in 1955, Freson Bros. is an Alberta-based fresh food retailer. Host to 17 locations across Alberta and employing over 1100 Team Members.

Freson Bros. is committed to providing Albertans with high-quality, hand-made and local food products at a great value. The crafts of Bakers, Butchers, Chefs, and Sausage Makers are championed here.

Freson Bros. is home to those who believe really great food (and people) really matter.

For more information about what we believe in at Freson Bros. and our foundational values, visit our website.

If you’re the individual we are looking for, we invite you to submit your resume with a cover letter about what piqued your interest in this role.

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