FT Assistant Produce Sales Manager

Retail Operations Job

Category / Area of Expertise : Retail Operations

Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a fresh produce vendor in Portland, Maine way back in 1883, and is still connected to those early roots as a local market. Hannaford actively seeks out farmers and producers to join our Local program which celebrates not only local foods, but the preservation of farmland, local traditions and local jobs. The connection we have to the source of our fresh foods is core to the way we do business, becoming the first major supermarket in the United States to document that all its seafood products were sustainably harvested.

Primary Purpose

Effectively assist in the management of department operations to meet financial and sales goals. Build associate and customer relations and promote a strong culture in support of Hannaford Strategy.

Qualifications

A high school graduate or equivalent preferred. Strong understanding of store operations and merchandising techniques preferred. Effective communication, customer service, and selling skills. Must have effective interpersonal and organizational skills. Desire and ability to lead and manage a team. Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job. Strong problem solving skills. Must meet minimum age requirements.

Physical Requirements

Ability to use computers and other communication systems required to perform the job functions. Stand and walk 100% of the time. Lift up to 50 lbs. 80% of the time and up to 75 lbs. occasionally. Reach to shoulder level or above on occasion while lifting 30 lbs. Frequent bending, reaching, grasping, and lifting produce items at or above waist level. Tolerate working in cold temperatures for up to 20 minutes at a time. Use hands to operate controls, feel objects and use tools to open and prepare products. Handle a variety of substances associated with cleaning materials, packaging materials, and food products. Meet volume activity standards established for the department.

Salary range is between $18.95 - $27.25 hourly. Hannaford provides equal opportunity in employment to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), age, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.