Job Summary

Our Produce Team Leader manages the entire Produce Team and keeps it running like a well-oiled machine. You'll be the one who Team Members and guests look to for guidance on the freshest seasonal offerings! Leaders are accountable for the operating performance of the department at all times. Be a Leader by representing the organization in a professional manner. Promote and develop individuals with mutual respect, inclusion, diversity and dignity. Coach Team Members on a regular basis with timely feedback — identify opportunities for development and coach for success. Job Description

Experience Required: Retail work experience or Store Leader recommendation Experience Desired: Retail leadership or supervisory experience; Successful performance as a Peer Trainer or other similar role; Successful performance as an in-store champion (e. g., safety, service, wellness) or similar role; Demonstrated product knowledge relevant to department; Satisfactory performance and discipline record Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent Certification or Licensing Required: Varies by department Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds Travel Required: None Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age

Job Responsibilities Your principal, main, major or most important duty includes one or some combination of the following tasks: 1. interview, select and train Team Members; 2. direct the work of Team Members; 3. appraise Team Members’ productivity and efficiency for the purpose of recommending promotions or other changes in status; 4. handle Team Member issues including, but not limited to complaints; 5. discipline Team Members; 6. plan the work; 7. distribute or assign the work among Team Members; 8. provide for the safety and security of Team Members or the store; 9. manage the budget for your department or location; 10. manage inventory for your department or location; or 11. monitor or implement compliance measures Direct, oversee, and evaluate training provided to department Team Members to reduce turnover, promote efficiency and control labor costs. Provide motivational leadership to an amazing team by focusing on respect and by setting an exemplary example. Identify strengths and opportunities of the team and think strategically when making moves and scheduling. Develop future leaders, identify Team Members who are poised to rise through the ranks and remember our people are our best asset! Nurture an environment of inclusion and diversity, giving each Team Member a voice. Maintain safety as the top priority in all aspects of our work: for Team Members, for guests and for products. Inspire the team and our guests with a passion for food and a willingness to go the extra mile to provide the best product. Set and reach aggressive sales and profit goals by making suggestions when appropriate, while also managing shrink. Establish an ongoing communication plan with the team, ensuring that all Team Members are informed and prepared to put their best food forward! Communicate with the merchandising team to ensure that promotions are properly communicated to Team Members and guests. Make innovative plans and suggestions to improve our business. Review and analyze both stores financial, LOB reports, and historical reports to improve performance in sales, profits, shrink, labor controls, and reduction. Oversee period inventories for accuracy and monitor weekly fluctuations in inventory and shrink dollars. About Us At Giant Eagle Inc., we’re more than just food. We’re one giant family of diverse and talented Team Members. Our people are the heart and soul of our company. It’s why we strive to create a nurturing environment that offers countless career opportunities to grow. Deep caring and solid family values are what makes us one of the top workplaces for jobs in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus and Indianapolis Areas. From our Warehouses to our grocery Stores and through our Corporate office, we are working together to put food on shoppers' tables and smiles on their faces. We’re always searching for the best Team Members to welcome to our family. We invite you to join our Giant Eagle family. Come start a lasting career with us.