COMPETENCIES
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Analytical - Ability to analyze, collect and research data; fierce attention to detail.
- Mathematical - Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio and percent. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and standard kitchen measurements.
- Comprehension - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Reasoning - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building positive team spirit; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
- Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; remains open to others and ideas and tries new things.
- Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; supports Co-op’s goals and values.
- Judgment & Decision Making – Displays willingness to make decisions; supports and explains reasoning for decisions as they are coordinated within the department.
- Independence & Interdependence - Ability to work independently, as part of a team, coordinating within the department to ensure goals are met.
- Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition.
- Project Management – Coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget; manages project activities.
- Leadership – Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others.
- Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; works well in group problem solving situations; has a cooperative spirit.
- Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently.
- Computer Literacy - Ability to regularly use computers for organizational content on shared drives.
- Oral Communication – Responds well to questions; participates in meetings. Ability to speak effectively to groups of customers or employees of the organization.
- Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures.
- Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time.
- Flexibility - Ability and willingness to learn and meet the changing requirements of the job.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- At least one year of experience in area of specialization, particularly in a retail, natural foods, or cooperative environment.
- Firm grasp of margin, pricing and inventory control.
- Willingness and ability to learn to meet the changing requirements of the job.
- Able to work at least one weekend day/week, early morning, late evening, or overnight shifts as needed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university or equivalent related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Training or leadership experience related to grocery or retail environments or cooperatives.
- Experience with natural products purchasing and merchandising.
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to use computer keyboard, mouse, telephone, and office equipment continuously.
- Ability to lift and carry between 20 and 50 pounds frequently.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk for long periods of time.
- Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, reach above shoulder height, and climb stairs/ladders occasionally.
- Ability to use fine motor skills for typing, grasping, manipulating objects with fingers.
- Ability to write or type reports, and complete checklists in written or digital format.
- Ability to read and interpret small print and alphanumeric product codes.
- Ability to work overnight, weekend and non-business hour shifts as required.
Disclaimer
This job description is a representative, but not exhaustive list of job functions that an employee may be required to perform. It is not intended as an employee contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances of its business or work environment change, regardless of job title or routine job functions.