Produce 2Ic

Pak n Save Whangarei has a position for a fantastic team leader to work alongside our Produce Manager and take on the role of Produce 2IC
We need you to:
Help to ensure defined business and specific department targets, as well as operational delivery standards, are met or exceeded through effective management of the department.
Help to control ordering for the department through effective use of the in-store purchasing systems. Ensure the range matches the format and customer service requirements while optimizing stock holding levels and stock turn.
Liaise with suppliers as appropriate and ensure that all stock is sourced through approved suppliers, all orders are placed on time and all products are checked on arrival for quality.
Assist in ensuring sales and GP targets for the department are met or exceeded and that wage costs are controlled appropriately.
Help ensure costs are kept within the parameters that are set.
Meets annual, monthly, and weekly targets and reviews with the Department Manager of the sales, gross profit, contribution to profit, and cost targets in line with the store targets, proactively taking action to remedy adverse trends.
Manage assigned activities, promotions, and initiatives within the plan and budget.
Actively sets, monitors, and maintains consistently high standards of customer service.
Continuously makes improvements for customers; seeking input from staff and customers.
Is outgoing and supportive; recognising and acknowledging the contribution of others
Assist in effectively managing the team by ensuring team members receive appropriate induction and ongoing training support
Ideally, the applicant will have previous supermarket experience working within the parameters mentioned above or has a passion for Produce and is currently at a supervisory level looking for a new adventure.
Forklift experience is desirable but not essential
Training will be given to the successful applicant.
Applicants should also have the right to work in New Zealand.

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