A local market in Sheboygan, WI that will be going through a re-concepting and re-positioning featuring specialty and gourmet products; as well as, a Food & Beverage retail area seeks an experienced Grocery Store Director with experience in chain and non-chain Grocery Stores featuring Gourmet items to lead a dedicated and well-trained team that delivers the highest level of service. This Market is being fully renovated and expanded to cater to a very high-end Clientele. The ideal candidate will have experience in all aspects of all traditional Grocery Store departments, as well as, Food & Beverage counter service, Catering, liquor, beer, wine, specialty, and gourmet items. Are you looking for a new opportunity to help shape this new Market concept opening and join a stable company that offers opportunities for growth? If so, please submit your resume for immediate consideration.

 

Benefits

• Salary - $100,000 to $120,000
• Multiple Health Plans
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program
• FSA
• Life Insurance
• Pension/401k
• Vacation
• Tuition Aid

Responsibilities

• Develop a service culture and shopping experience for customers, that ensures customer satisfaction and exceeds expectations
• Create a strategic business vision and goals for the market to be recognized as a leader in the industry
• Be a Team builder who hires, trains, and mentors all employees to be their best
• Utilize financial acumen to increase sales, decrease costs, and increase profit
• Work closely with vendors and suppliers to source high-quality products
• Consistently execute high-quality standards and maintain in service, goods and products, personnel, and physical property
• Ensure that all departments are staffed to ensure that customer needs are addressed
• Develop, implement, evaluate, and maintain standard operating procedures
• Serve as Market Ambassador by being visible in the community, and involved in local programs and events to expose new customers to what the Market has to offer

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, or a related field required
• 5+ years of management experience in high-end grocery, restaurant, or retail required
• Exceptional communication, organization, motivational, and team-building skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving, organizational, analytical and business management skills
• High collaboration with staff, and internal teams on forecasting initiatives
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and common retail POS systems
• Familiarity with accounting and financial reporting preferred
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

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Rick Duarte