Field Specialist Deli

This is a posting for an existing permanent full-time position.

Joining our team has its advantages:

- This position is eligible for participation in a non-discretionary Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP) bonus, which is determined by both individual and company performance 

- Flexible working hours to promote work/life balance

- Flexible group insurance plan from day one

- Very competitive pension plan

- Generous vacation policy

- Weekly pay

- Employee and family assistance program

- Free parking

- Professional development opportunities

- Several ED&I programs and initiatives

- EV charging stations

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for ensuring that Deli standards are maintained, for helping with training and opening of new stores, and for offering support to Store Managers and Deli Managers in the Deli operational area. This position is also responsible for the set-up of all new Deli initiatives in stores for assigned territory.

Travel (including overnight travel) is required. The region of Metro Stores this position will oversee will be within the Ottawa area.   

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Act as the main contact to assigned Store Managers and Deli Managers in regards to Deli operations.

- Work with Store Managers and Deli Managers to maintain proper Deli line-ups and pricing.

- Support stores in ordering merchandise/ inventory management.

- Supervise the set-up of the Deli Department in new and all renovated stores.

- Work with the Store Managers and Deli Managers in identifying and correcting operational weaknesses in the department (including sales, margins and shrink.

- Continuous review of product line-ups and keeps current on customer needs and competitive activity.

- Supports Store Management in developing store employee skills, including technical, leadership and customer service.

- Responsible for set-up of all Deli initiatives within Stores.  Execute new practices and provide feedback.

- Review Deli margins and inventory levels with Store Managers and Deli Managers.  Investigate and explain discrepancies as necessary.

- Review, track and report on applicable Deli audits.

- Follows all Company policies and procedures, government regulations, Health & Safety, and Food Safety regulations, as well as compliance with collective agreements.

- Other duties as may be assigned by Operations Management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- College diploma or University Degree.

- 5 -7 years of Deli knowledge and experience.

- Strong understanding of merchandising, planograms, store layouts, and various union agreements.

- Intermediate computer skills – working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

- Experience in SAP and BDMS is an asset.

- Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, and emerging trends.

- Valid driver’s license.