Produce Department Manager

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust, and making connections are valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians provides employees a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well.At No Frills, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. We have opportunities for hard-working, enthusiastic, and reliable people just like you.Responsibilities : Properly train staff to understand the policies and procedures and know how to communicate effectively with the customerSchedule department appropriately to meet business needsHandle customer complaints in a proper and efficient mannerComply with all Health and Safety and Food Safety policies within the store and ensure that all policies are followed by staffTrain and motivate staffDelegate and prioritize workload for staffEffectively merchandise advertising and promotional programsRecommend aggressive and achievable sales goalsMaintain up-to-date information about market trends and competitor activitiesReceiving, storing, and handling of the product to ensure efficient and effective resultsEnsure proper product rotation as requiredEnsure proper signage for produce displays to enhance sales / profitsEnsure pricing integrityAccountability for store in the absence of the Franchisee including key carrying and alarm responsibilitiesAny other duties that may be required to ensure courteous friendly service, competitively priced products, and a store that meets and maintains the hygiene standards specified.Qualifications / Experience : 2 years Produce Management experience preferredDemonstrated understanding of critical success factors for the no frills concept as a discount food store focusing on low price image.Demonstrated understanding of the produce department’s impact on store performance in the following ways : Merchandising to appropriate No Frills standardsmaintaining and ordering proper inventorieschecking invoices for proper pricingmaintaining cleanliness to appropriate standardsExcellent communication skillsDemonstrated customer focusAbility to manage peopleAbility to work with minimal functional directionSolid knowledge of all aspects of the produce area, operations, and products.Open availability and flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays according to the needs of the businessThank you for your interest; however, only qualifiedapplicants selected for an interview will be contacted.At No Frills, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are contacted by us regarding a job opportunity or interview, please advise if you require accommodation.Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing, and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect, and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our employees progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our employees, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.Please Note : Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.NOTE : The Employer noted in this posting is an independently owned corporation (“Franchisee”) which is licensed to use the “No Frills” trademark(s) by Loblaws Inc. Applicants hired by a franchisee will be employees of the franchisee. No employment or similar relationship will be created between the applicant and Loblaws Inc. or its affiliates.#J-18808-Ljbffr