Grocery Assistant

10 hours ago


Dubuque, Iowa, United States Natural Grocers Full time
Job Title: Grocery D/F Bulk Assistant

Overview

The Grocery/Dairy/Frozen/Bulk Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the Grocery/Bulk and Dairy/Frozen Managers in achieving the successful operation and profitability of the Grocery/Bulk and Dairy/Frozen departments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive experience for all customers.
  • Assist in maintaining accurate inventory levels, ordering, and receiving products for the grocery, bulk, dairy, and frozen departments.
  • Support the department managers in managing margin, COGs, and overall department profitability, including minimizing shrink and maximizing effective purchasing.
  • Ensure all in-stock products meet company standards, and maintain a clean and organized store environment.
  • Offer and follow up on special orders, and provide product knowledge to customers.
  • Merchandise shelves, endcaps, and dynamic displays to create an inviting shopping experience.
  • Assist in managing and participating in tagging, facing, rotating, cleaning, markdowns, stocking, and backstock.
  • Support the training and monitoring of department personnel, including assigning and following up on tasks.
  • Conduct active and passive demos to engage customers and promote products.
  • Work collaboratively with the department managers to address performance issues within the department.
  • Support store opening and closing activities, including Daily Sales Report (DSR) and cash handling and cashier closeout responsibilities.
  • Handle register functions, including backup cashiering, managing customer returns, addressing customer complaints, and covering register shift changes.
  • Maintain the safety and security of customers and employees.
  • Answer customer questions, providing accurate and helpful information.
  • Continuously increase product knowledge to provide excellent customer service.
  • Utilize SAP and inventory management software, as well as other IS programs, to support store operations.
  • Work a schedule based on store needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • 1 year of experience in grocery or retail environment preferred; natural foods background is a plus.
  • 1 year of experience supervising others preferred.
  • Ability to pass food safety training courses and/or certifications as required by law and maintain compliance.
  • Ability to manage changing priorities and stay focused on tasks.
  • Possess a sense of urgency in completing tasks.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Highly organized with great attention to detail.
  • Ability to take direction and follow through.
  • Cashier training and ability to count currency.
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Benefits

Natural Grocers offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health and wellbeing of our Crew members and their families.

All Crew Members

  • Birthday Bonus Pay
  • Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually)
  • Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed
  • Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure
  • Paid Nutrition Education
  • good4u Crew Member Discount
  • {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program)
  • Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases
  • Advancement Opportunities and Career Development
  • Health and Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee Referral Program

Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Medical Leave (through company-paid short-term disability insurance)
  • Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance
  • Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match

Diversity Statement

Natural Grocers is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment, where all Crew members feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission of equitable access to health and wellbeing for all.


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