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Produce Replenishment Burnsville, MN (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=13750+County+Road+11+Burnsville+MN+USA+55337) Job TypeFull-time, Part-timeDescriptionImagine a job where you are center-stage to meet-and-greet customers, welcoming them in to shop as they enter the store. A job where the colors and smells of in-season fruits and vegetables re-awaken your senses on a daily basis. A job where local means you can actually meet the farmers as they deliver the product, reminding everyone of the difference we can make in our community. Join our team as a Produce Replenishment employee at Valley Natural Foods. Qualified applicants will enjoy working with fresh fruits and vegetables, enjoy interacting with the public and be available for early morning shifts. This position requires applicants to work weekend hours. Applicants must also be able to lift 30-50# regularly. Open availability is strongly preferred. We pride ourselves on offering a competitive benefits package for all employees including: competitive wages, PTO, 401(k) and a 20% employee discount on healthy groceries every day! A more comprehensive benefits package for full time employees is available, which includes access to Medical, Dental, Vision, Long- and Short-Term Disability insurance. Ordering, Stocking and Backroom
Greet and assist all customers
Work with Produce Manager to review and achieve sales and margin goals for the department.
Review departmental financial reports (sales, labor, margin, turns) with Produce Manager and take corrective action as needed.
Train new stockers and buyers using appropriate training modules and checklists
Ensure that items that do not meet our standards or are unable to sell are returned per proper standards
Proficiency and diligence in pulling short-date or low-quality items, keeping an accurate shrink/waste log, and notify Produce Management of large quantities before disposing of them
Visit other stores for price comparisons, product and merchandising ideas as directed
Place orders as directed to ensure regular supply in accordance with a fluctuating retail environment
Accept deliveries not handled by Receiver, according to the established procedures
Ensure accurate, up-to-date shelf tags, PLU's, sale signs and prices for department items
Plan and maintain attractive, fully stocked, rotated, and faced sections of the department
Stock displays full without overcrowding and/or rotate overstock into backstock
Label items accurately with price tags or signs, remove damaged items, and notify Produce Manager
Check in items using the copy invoice to verify product count or damage and notify Manager of any discrepancies
Replenish and cull product on the sales floor several times daily
Product Replenishment
Participate in inventory audits, and place orders with assigned vendors
Ability to maintain a courteous and professional relationship with vendors
Manage ordering to keep products in stock whilst maintaining a successful budget/margin
Provide complete information for new products on Purchase Orders for Information Management Systems (IMS) and Store Management System (SMS)
Record and be conscientious of copies of invoices
Business Operations, Safety and Compliance
Alert Management of potential theft or other emergencies
Conduct price comparisons and review internal reports as directed
Keep department areas - shelves, counters, aisles, backstock in clean, orderly condition
Remove trash promptly, clean up spills, sweep floor as needed
Keep department equipment in working order and advise Produce Manager of equipment problems
Attend Produce staff meetings and other assigned training requirements and participate in inventory counts
Identifies self as employee by being in VNF attire, nametag, and exemplifying our core values
Perform any other duty as assigned by Management Team
RequirementsMandatory Qualifications:
High ethical standards with strong personal integrity
Excellent time management, organizational and communication (oral, aural, and written)
Detail oriented and able to multi-task and remain flexible to the changing needs of the business and inherent nature of the produce department
English proficiency. Strong organizational and communication skills (spoken, listening, & written)
Ability to meet deadlines, coordinate projects, and work varied hours and days
Demonstrated objectivity, neutrality, and calmness under pressure and timely follow-through to commitments
Proficiency in MS Office and POS systems
Regular, predictable attendance
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous purchasing experience in retail natural foods or products
Proficiency in MS Office and POS systems
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong aptitude to read financials and adapt to technology
Previous experience in retail, grocery/co-ops, natural foods or related industry
Capacity to engage and learn the many facets of the produce department
Physical Demands:
Ability to lift/push/pull/carry up to 30 pounds frequently; 30-50+ pounds occasionally
Manual dexterity with ability to reach, grasp and utilize hands, wrists, and fingers for extended periods of time
Close-to-general range visual acuity to evaluate and interact in working environment and focus on and/or read data and words on a computer monitor for extended periods of time
Ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time
Regular exposure to working in refrigerated and frozen environments
Ability to climb ladders, kneel, crouch, and bend occasionally required
Reports To:Produce ManagerDepartment, Status and Salary:Produce, Part or Full Time, Hourly (At Will)Valley Natural Foods Core Competencies
Adaptability/Flexibility/Dependability
Communication/Listening Skills
Customer Service/Customer Focus
Integrity/Ethics
Sense of Urgency/Productivity
Teamwork/Interpersonal Skills
Work Environment/Safety/Job Knowledge
Position Specific Competencies
Decision Making/Judgment
Initiative
produce Knowledge
Personal Organization
Engagement
Prioritization
The information above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performance by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. VNF management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. This is not an employment contract and does not interfere with MN’s Employment At Will Law.Salary DescriptionMinimum of $16.00 per hour
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