About the role
An exciting opportunity has become available in a well established family owned IGA supermarket that employs close to 100 staff. The business has been built on strong family and business ethics and boasts a team of dedicated, long standing employees where many continue to work after between 10 to 35 years of service.
This position will be responsible for the day to day operation of the grocery department and work alongside the Store Manager to focus on improving the successful operation of the business.
We are seeking a person with passion and proven grocery department management success with strong communication skills, exemplary customer service skills and a genuine commitment for leading and empowering staff.
What you'll be doing
* Manage the day-to-day operations of the grocery section, including inventory management, staff scheduling, and customer service
* Coaching the team to deliver great shopping experiences through superb store standards in Food Safety, Safety and Merchandising Standards
* Delivering key performance metrics and targets across the Grocery department
* Ensure daily operational routines are completed
* Develop and implement strategies to drive sales, improve efficiency, and enhance the overall customer experience
* Analyse data and reports to identify areas for improvement and make informed decisions
What we're looking for
* Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a similar grocery management role
* Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team
* Excellent customer service orientation and problem-solving abilities
* Proficient in inventory management, budgeting, and financial reporting
* Familiarity with the retail industry and its best practices
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Adaptable to change and capable of working in a fast-paced environment
What we offer
In return for your passion and experience you will be rewarded with an attractive salary, a friendly and supportive work environment and a prospective bonus structure which will be established between yourself and the owner.
Interested? Does this sound like for you ?
If so, please email your resume with a covering letter to