Grocery Department Manager and Merchandiser

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Wages
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Fun and Energetic Environment
• Ongoing Training
• Employee Discount

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly capable Grocery Manager / Merchandising Specialist to oversee the daily operations, presentation, and financial performance of a grocery department. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented retail professional who understands that exceptional merchandising, in-stock excellence, and operational discipline directly drive sales, customer satisfaction, and profitability.

The successful candidate will manage ordering, inventory control, pricing, and shelf conditions to ensure products are consistently well-stocked, accurately priced, and attractively displayed. You will design and execute compelling merchandising strategies, promotional setups, and seasonal displays that maximize visibility, basket size, and impulse purchases while minimizing shrink and out-of-stocks. A strong command of planograms, category management principles, and data-driven decision-making is essential.

This position also requires leadership of department staff, including hiring, training, and performance management to maintain a productive, customer-focused team. The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, and proactive, with a proven ability to manage high SKU counts, coordinate with vendors and distributors, and maintain strict standards for cleanliness, safety, and compliance.

We are looking for a dependable, results-oriented professional who takes ownership of their department, builds efficient systems, and consistently delivers a well-executed shopping experience that reflects quality, value, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities 

• Develop and plan merchandising strategies for the store
• Forecast consumer trends and identify preferences of our customers
• Monitor the popularity of existing products 
• Negotiate details of sales with suppliers to ensure the best deals for the store
• Report on sales, budgets, and customer satisfaction

Qualifications

• Previous experience in merchandising is preferred
• Understanding best practices in customer service and sales
• Understanding of effective negotiation skills
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work well with supervisor and coworkers in a team environment