STORE PERISHABLE MGR - DG MKT in LIVINGSTON, TN S12009

Dollar General Perishable Department Manager

Work where you matter at Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient store locations, distribution centers, store support center or with our private fleet team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to serve? Join the Dollar General journey and see how your career can thrive.

Company Overview : Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers save time. Save money. Every day. by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations.

Job Details

General Summary : Under general supervision, manages the perishable departments including produce, fresh meat, packaged meats, and dairy, frozen food, bread, and thaw and sell bakery products. Ensure efficient and effective inventory management, appealing and profitable merchandise presentation and quality customer service. Ensure a safe working environment and provide protection for company assets according to required procedures. Ensure staff and store compliance with all food handling rules and regulations. Provides support to other managers as requested.

Duties and Responsibilities :

While responsibilities include perishable departments and processes, the perishable managers specialized areas include :

• Maintain correct perishable stock levels based on store volume using the following tools : current ads / planners, produce order guide, fresh meat recap and order guide, milk sales history and order guide, Nash-Finch order guide, bread order planning and stales recap.
• Assist in training assigned associates in the proper presentation, freshness and pricing standards for all perishable areas.
• Assist in training assigned associates in the proper and safe handling of food in compliance with rules and regulations.
• Assist in training assigned associates in the proper execution of hourly recovery standards to model store standards.
• Train assigned associates in the proper stocking and rotation of perishable products.
• Assist store manager and assistant store manager in ensuring adequate scheduling coverage.
• Assess work completion and follow up with associates regarding performance.
• Record perishable markdowns, while analyzing causes and taking corrective action to prevent recurrences.
• Train assigned associates in the proper grading and re-packaging standards in produce to minimize MD's.
• Accurately record inventory levels as requested by the store support center.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with sanitation standards and training associates assigned in the perishable departments using the cleaning schedule.

Qualifications

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Work Experience & / or Education :

Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.