Vitamin Dept. Lead: Drive Inventory, Service & Growth

Job in a Nutshell The Vitamin Manager is responsible for the successful operation and profitability of the vitamin department as well as training, directing and monitoring all department staff. Department Managers are responsible for the success of their own department and are required to fulfill the duties of the Manager on Duty (MOD) on a scheduled basis. USD 20.00/Hr. Overview Natural Grocers will open in the McAllen community and expects to add exciting new opportunities for local crew. Responsibilities Providing world class customer service as a number one priority. Exemplifying integrity, responsibility, and excellence and adhering to all policies. Creating an inviting, fully shopable department. Ordering for the vitamin department and maintaining accurate inventory levels. Managing margin, COGs, and overall department profitability including minimizing shrink and maximizing effective purchasing. Ensuring all in‑stock products/conditions meet company standards. Offering and following up on special orders. Merchandising shelves, endcaps and dynamic displays. Managing and participating in tagging, facing, rotating, cleaning, markdowns, stocking, and backstock. Training and monitoring department personnel including assigning and following up on tasks. Working with other department managers to cross‑train staff to accomplish all needed tasks. Conducting active and passive demos. Supervising the Nutritional Health Coach (NHC) when the NHC is performing vitamin aisle duties. Assisting in interviewing and hiring for department needs. Working with the store manager to address performance and/or disciplinary issues within the department. Opening and closing the store, including DSR and the closing cash process. Handling register functions including backup cashiering, managing customer returns, addressing customer complaints, and covering register shift changes, including those for scheduled breaks. Maintaining the safety and security of customers and employees. Occasionally managing business disruptions to daily business such as loiterers, solicitation, emergency weather situations, and bathroom misuse. Answering customer questions per company standards and policies, including the use of Structure/Function statements and/or statements of nutritional support. Continuously increasing product knowledge. Using SAP and inventory management software, running and analyzing reports on BEx, emailing and utilizing other IS programs as needed. Working a schedule based on store needs which includes evenings, weekends, holidays. Position requires working five days, 40 hours per week and attending mandatory store meetings. Qualifications High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred. 1–2 years of retail experience in a grocery or retail environment; natural foods background is a plus. 1–2 years of supervisory experience preferred. 1–2 years of experience in vitamins/supplements preferred. Ability to pass food safety training courses and/or certifications as required by law and maintain compliance by keeping certifications up to date and registered if applicable. Ability to manage changing priorities and stay focused with the task at hand. Sense of urgency in the completion of tasks. Excellent customer service skills. Highly organized with great attention to detail. Ability to take direction and follow through. Must be cashier trained and able to count currency. Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. Benefits All Crew Members Birthday Bonus Pay Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually) Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores closed Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that increases with tenure Paid Nutrition Education good4u Crew Member Discount {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program) Regular, scheduled pay increases Advancement opportunities and career development Health and wellness program Employee assistance program (EAP) Employee referral program Full‑Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week) Medical, dental and vision insurance Paid parental leave Paid medical leave (through company paid short‑term disability insurance) Company‑paid short‑term disability insurance Company‑paid life insurance Voluntary benefits including hospital indemnity, accident insurance, long‑term disability insurance, term life insurance Retirement savings plan (401k) with discretionary company match Health care and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) Health savings account (HSA) with company match Diversity Statement At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: all people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization. Our crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We are committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion that enables our crew to thrive. Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands N = Never O = Occasional; 1‑33% of time F = Frequent; 34‑66% of time C = Constant; 67‑100% of time Physical Requirements Must be able to constantly lift or carry up to 10 lbs., frequently lift or carry 11‑20 lbs., and occasionally lift or carry 21‑50 lbs. Must also have the ability to occasionally lift or carry 51‑100 lbs. with a team lift. Must be able to frequently push or pull up to 15 lbs. and occasionally push or pull 16‑100 lbs. Must be able to occasionally use the computer for data entry and use of mouse. Must be able to constantly walk, stand, use fine‑motor manipulations, grip, bend, twist, turn, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift. Must be able to frequently reach above chest. Must be able to occasionally sit, squat, kneel, and climb as needed. Environmental Requirements Must be able to frequently work with sharp tools and equipment, dust, fumes, and congested worksite. Must be able to occasionally work with noise, cold, heat, wet, humid, outside, heights, and contact stress. #J-18808-Ljbffr