038 Grocery Manager

Grocery Manager

Location: Spartanburg - Store 38: 2795 E. Main St. Spartanburg SC 29307

Ingles Markets has a place for everyone! Ingles began in 1963 as a single supermarket and has since grown into a regional grocery store chain with just under 200 retail locations operating in 6 southeastern states, a 1.6-million-square foot distribution center, two truck fleets, and a milk processing plant. Find your path - growth opportunities abound, and Ingles loves to promote from within! At Ingles, we work as a team to provide our customers with a warm, hometown shopping experience - and your role is essential to making that happen. While all associates share a variety of responsibilities, our greatest pride comes from greeting customers with a smile and offering helpful service. Join a company that values leadership, safety, and customer satisfaction. Ingles is committed to your growth, offering training, development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. If you're ready to advance your career in retail management, we'd love to hear from you!

Opportunity

The Grocery Manager is responsible for effective overall operation of the Grocery Department to achieve sales and profit goals established for the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet customers within 10 feet and respond to questions promptly.
• Provide accurate product information and recommendations.
• Schedule associates based on truck schedules and department needs.
• Monitor associate time to reduce overtime and ensure punctuality and compliance with time clock policies.
• Train new personnel and ensure associates follow safety policies.
• Follow inventory count policies and order necessary supplies regularly.
• Control ordering to maintain stock levels and maximize sales.
• Receive, price and restock merchandise, maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Review invoices for accuracy and record them properly.
• Manage inventory for freshness, product rotation, and profitability.
• Ensure shelves, coolers, and displays are fully stocked, faced, and organized.
• Build and maintain store displays for maximum sales.
• Handle damaged and spoiled products per company policy.
• Check temperatures in refrigerated areas each shift and complete logs.
• Operate pallet jack, baler, floor scrub machine, and trash compactor.
• Ensure equipment functions properly and report maintenance issues promptly.
• Clean and organize stockroom daily; sweep and mop as needed.
• Monitor the area for hazards and maintain a safe environment.
• Adhere to scheduled hours and perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Exceptional customer service skills. Previous supervisory experience is preferred. Previous grocery department experience is preferred. Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing needs especially during times of high volume and/or stress. Must be able to read and do simple math problems. Wants to be part of a team in a fast-paced environment. 18 years of age or older.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• 401(k) with company matching
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid holiday, vacation, and sick leave (FT only)
• Paid bereavement and jury duty leave (FT only)
• Company paid life insurance (FT only)
• Scholarship program for High School Seniors

Nearest Major Market: Spartanburg

Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina