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Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 441490 Address: USA-ME-Kennebunk-65 Portland Rd Store Code: Store 08403 Produce/Perishable (5152235) Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a fresh produce vendor in Portland, Maine way back in 1883, and is still connected to those early roots as a local market. Hannaford actively seeks out farmers and producers to join our Local program which celebrates not only local foods, but the preservation of farmland, local traditions and local jobs. The connection we have to the source of our fresh foods is core to the way we do business, becoming the first major supermarket in the United States to document that all its seafood products were sustainably harvested. PRIMARY PURPOSE Effectively assist in the management of department operations to meet financial and sales goals. Build associate and customer relations and promote a strong culture in support of Hannaford Strategy. QUALIFICATIONS A high school graduate or equivalent preferred. u2022 Strong understanding of store operations and merchandising techniques preferred. u2022 Effective communication, customer service, and selling skills. u2022 Must have effective interpersonal and organizational skills. Desire and ability to lead and manage a team. u2022 Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job. u2022 Strong problem solving skills. u2022 Must meet minimum age requirements. Physical Requirements u2022 Ability to use computers and other communication systems required to perform the job functions. u2022 Stand and walk 100% of the time. u2022 Lift up to 50 lbs. 80% of the time and up to 75 lbs. occasionally. u2022 Reach to shoulder level or above on occasion while lifting 30 lbs. u2022 Frequent bending, reaching, grasping, and lifting produce items at or above waist level. u2022 Tolerate working in cold temperatures for up to 20 minutes at a time. u2022 Use hands to operate controls, feel objects and use tools to open and prepare products. u2022 Handle a variety of substances associated with cleaning materials, packaging materials, and food products. u2022 Meet volume activity standards established for the department. PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS u2022 In the absence of the department manager, manage the department operations in accordance with established department standard practices. u2022 Role model outstanding, friendly customer service and use skills and knowledge to offer solutions that meet or exceed customers' expectations. u2022 Assist in growing sales through effective merchandising strategies. u2022 Assist in hiring, training and developing associates to meet the department needs. u2022 Assist in managing performance through planning, coaching and disciplinary efforts. u2022 Ensure that department conditions involving department appearance, quality, variety, safety, and food safety are consistently maintained at the highest level. u2022 Maintain effective work schedules to meet production and customer service standards as well as associates' personal needs. u2022 Actively recognize associates who deliver great service and coach associates to expectations when necessary. u2022 Understand and use company tools such as; financial reports, scheduling, productivity, ordering, and business information systems. u2022 Maintain accurate records of production, shrink, sales, and inventory. u2022 Assist in communicating department and company policies to associates. u2022 Perform various department functions as needed to meet production and customer service guidelines. u2022 Assist in special projects. u2022 Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations. u2022 Receive, store, process and merchandise all products in accordance with established department guidelines. Salary range is between $ 18.95 - $27.25 Hrly Hannaford provides equal opportunity in employment to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), age, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.