Happier Grocery is an oasis of discovery, creativity and life supporting nutrition and enjoyment. A place of community, a place of positivity, a step toward a happier world.

We are a health forward Grocery Store creating an experience where the shopper need not scrutinize every food label. Where the curation of the product will have undergone an extensive selection process ensuring the highest quality standards

Currently we are looking for a leader to run our first location opening up in New York City.

Job Function: General Manager

Job Level: Management

Employment Status: Full-time Exempt

Responsibilities

*Manage department inventories by tracking weekly sales reports and ordering products and supplies so as to meet customer requirements and the company's gross profit goals. *Hire, evaluate, and supervise the overall department personnel. *Develop and implement a highly localized merchandising plan for each department, set up and create displays for new and seasonal items. *Ensure accurate and timely ordering to prevent losses that result from grocery item spoils before they can be sold. *Maintains good vendor relationships, develops new vendor relations, and ensures all paperwork is properly submitted for vendor processing. *Schedule grocery department employees, oversee and assist with their training, reward, and recognize their performance and delegate their work assignments in an efficient process. *Control department expenses by improving operations and efficiencies by controlling labor costs and by reducing losses due to shrinkage and pilferage. *Develops and maintains creative store layout and product merchandising. *Keep updated on special grocery needs for the holidays, as well as trends in consumer goods that affect consumer demand. *Maintains awareness of customer flows and needs while directing team members as necessary to satisfy and delight customers; respond promptly to customer needs and questions. *Create and follow departmental procedures for receiving merchandise including inspecting the product when delivered, pricing the product, restocking cases to ensure freshness and quality, and product rotation. *Maintain an effective housekeeping program. *Other related duties as assigned by the Store Director.

Skills

*Bilingual English / Spanish is preferable, but not necessary. *High energy, enthusiastic, and displays an affinity for our products, core values, and company philosophy. *Strong attention to detail. *Extensive knowledge of grocery management and distribution. *Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team. *Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members. *Growth mindset towards greater responsibility and ownership as you’ll. *Desire to coach and mentor others for growth. *Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills. *Capable of teaching others in a positive and constructive manner. *Thorough knowledge of natural and high-end products. *Advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies and procedures. *Proficient mathematical skills for assessing financial performance, monitoring profitability, and managing inventory. *Demonstrated decision-making ability, leadership skills, and ability to prioritize and delegate. *Proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications.

At Happier Management, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Happier Management hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs

Available shifts and compensation: We have available shifts all days of the week. Compensation depends on your experience.

About Happier Grocery: Happier Grocery is looking for an individual to join our team. Our ideal candidate is self-driven, motivated and trustworthy. Learn more about us at happiergrocery.com.

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