Overview:

Our story began in 1903, and since then, we’ve been a food company powered by deep values, a family atmosphere, and our very own kind of entrepreneurial spirit. Today we’re a company filled with fresh energy. We are going places in the grocery business at full speed and looking for amazing people to join us on this exciting journey.

As a Deli Specialist, you provide continuous support and assistance to the Deli department on product standards, merchandising, and overall operational guidance to improve efficiency, profitability, and customer experience.

Scope of Authority

As a Deli Specialist, you report directly to the Deli Category Manager.

You contribute your ideas and recommendations for:

- Coaching and support for Fresh team in IGA and Fresh St. Market in day-to-day operations, achieving targets and fostering an environment of continuous improvement
- Implementing and supporting employees on new programs
- Implementing and supporting the Fresh team in IGA and Fresh St. Market on merchandising, promotional assortment, and pricing strategies.
- Provide workforce support to stores when directed.

Breadth of Responsibilities

Department Operations Support

- Complete full walk-through of designated Department, including review of product displays, temperature checks, due dates, shrink reports, correct pricing, adequate program implementation, the efficiency of operations and processes, adherence to health and safety policies, and overall department appearance
- Offer improvement recommendations to the Department Manager/Leader and discuss findings and recommendations with the Store Manager/Leader at the end of each store visit Verify pricing during promotions and post-promotions, communicate the need for correct signage if required




- Implement and monitor program directives and communicate non-compliance to the Department Manager/Leader and Store Manager/Leader.
- Provide operational information to Grocery Department Managers/Leaders as requested (new price files, forms, price tags, etc.)
- Maintain awareness of all local, provincial, and federal law provisions and ensure compliance
- Conduct continuous research and learning about department policies, procedures, and products and utilize the information for training and staff development.

Product Display and Purchasing Management

- Provide department re-align schematic to designated Department Manager/Leader, assist with implementation if needed (Fresh Director activity conducted by Specialists)
- Strategically merchandise products (high impulse buys, product mix, seasonal items, etc.).
- Occasionally offer new product sourcing and program ideas to Category Manager and/or Director of Fresh Programs.
- Monitor weekly product bookings to identify missed or short orders
- Proof of weekly flyer for the correct advertisement of items with the designated department.
- Audit item movement reports determining SKU rationalization strategies when assigned (Fresh Director activity occasionally conducted by Specialists)

Cost Strategy Management

- Help manage product inventory levels within the department, review, and action any issues.
- Control spoilage and sampling by reviewing Department shortage reports.
- Coach Department Leader/Manager on best practices for forecasting product demand (limited)




- Occasionally conduct competitor price checks and communicate information to the Category Manager and/or Director of Fresh Programs.

Qualifications:

- Minimum 5 years retail (management capacity) and/or equal experience in operational execution and quality standards assurance workplace.
- Demonstrated leadership and time management skills
- Strong initiative skills to learn about products, staff capabilities, and store procedures to make informed recommendations
- Solid knowledge of Deli Department, operations, marketing, and sales principles
- Ability to recommend solutions and an analytical and critical mindset
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Computer proficiency
- Solid knowledge of health and safety measures
- Highly motivated and capable of self-direction.
- Ability to travel regularly to multiple stores, both local and out of town

The Fine Print:

We look forward to discussing the specific compensation details relevant to this role with candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process.

If you’re interested in joining a team of committed colleagues proudly supporting the best grocery retailer in BC, then we want to hear from you! Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by emailing your resume to this site. While all responses are appreciated only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Burnaby, BC V5C 6G9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

- Deli Leadership: 5 years (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

- 50% (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Deli Specialist (Burnaby)
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