FT Assistant Deli Sales Manager

$45,240 - $65,728/Yr

Hannaford Brothers Company - Northwood, NH

Full-time - Entry Level

Northwood, NH

1,001-5,000 employees

Food and Beverage Retailers

About the position

The Assistant Deli Sales Manager plays a crucial role in supporting the management of deli department operations at Hannaford Supermarkets. This position focuses on achieving financial and sales goals while fostering strong relationships with associates and customers. The role emphasizes effective communication, customer service, and team leadership to promote a positive work culture aligned with Hannaford's strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management of deli department operations to meet financial and sales goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with associates and customers.
• Promote a positive culture in support of Hannaford's strategy.
• Manage department operations in the absence of the department manager.
• Role model outstanding customer service and provide solutions to meet customer expectations.
• Assist in growing sales through effective merchandising strategies.
• Help in hiring, training, and developing associates to meet department needs.
• Manage performance through planning, coaching, and disciplinary efforts.
• Ensure department conditions meet standards for appearance, quality, variety, safety, and food safety.
• Maintain effective work schedules to meet production and customer service standards.
• Recognize and coach associates to deliver great service.
• Utilize company tools such as financial reports and business information systems.
• Maintain accurate records of production, shrink, sales, and inventory.
• Communicate department and company policies to associates.
• Perform various department functions to meet production and customer service guidelines.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED 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.
• Ability to meet minimum age requirements.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in team management.
• Ability to tolerate working in extreme hot/cold temperatures for short periods.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employment without discrimination based on various characteristics.