Department Manager

Location:
2269 Riverside Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, K1H 8J2

Inspired by food? Committed to excellent service? So are we.

At Your Independent Grocer, we are Food Lovers We are committed to our Colleagues and Customers and work hard to create a culture that allows us to be our authentic selves while working as a Team. We know that clear communication, collaboration and teamwork is the key to having a successful workplace.

We're looking for talented colleagues who are excited about providing an exceptional shopping experience for customers and delighting them every step of the way

Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

We are looking for talented, enthusiastic Produce Department Manager who is recognized for providing great customer service and driving sales. They will also be passionate about dazzling our customers with exceptional shopping experiences

As a Produce Department Manager, your work will have an immediate impact on sales and customer satisfaction. You will be tasked with: supervising department production by ensuring product quality and compliance with standards; organizing work for department employees based on operational needs; ensuring merchandizing is implemented in the store and making department orders; checking and monitoring inventory; and enforcing sales-floor hygiene and safety standards as well as company policies and standards. Perform any other tasks the role and/or your supervisor requires.

Job qualifications

**Qualifications**:

- Well-developed skills in leading and motivating a team and a desire for self-development;
- Problem-solving skills, an ability to react and make decisions;
- A good listener with demonstrable communication skills and an advocate for change;
- Well-developed skills for providing first-rate training and motivating people;
- A talent for organizing and planning in order to ensure the store’s needs are met;
- Sound administrative skills;
- The ability to prioritize and achieve results;
- A constant drive to provide a high quality of service and product and ensure customer needs are met;
- Dynamism, creativity and a sense of responsibility and initiative.

Experience
- A minimum of two years’ experience in the retail sector;
- Knowledge and experience relating to the role (an asset).

**Requirements**:

- Availability to work to a flexible schedule to ensure company operational requirements are met (includes evenings and weekends);
- Able to carry out heavy lifting and work in cold conditions;
- Knowledge of software programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access Via) and good IT proficiency.
- We are committed to equity in employment

Why us?

At Your Independent Grocer, we respect the environment, source products with integrity and make a positive difference in the community. Our CORE Values - Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence - guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues 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.

Employment Type:
Full time

Type of Role:
Regular

Your Independent Grocer recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

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