FT Deli Bakery Sales Manager (H)

Food Lion, established in 1957, is a leading supermarket chain dedicated to providing an easy, fresh, and affordable shopping experience to the communities it serves. With a strong presence across 10 Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states, Food Lion operates with a workforce of over 82,000 associates and serves more than 10 million customers weekly. The company prides itself on its commitment to quality, affordability, and customer satisfaction, maintaining a culture that values strong community ties and employee growth. With decades of experience in retail grocery operations, Food Lion focuses on delivering products and services that meet the needs of diverse customers while embracing innovation and operational excellence. Their commitment extends beyond just products to fostering a workplace environment that supports associate safety, development, and engagement. Located in Greensboro, North Carolina, the store at 4653 Market St (Store 01434 Deli) operates as part of this robust network, upholding the values and standards that Food Lion is known for.

The role of the Deli Bakery HMS Department Manager at Food Lion Store 01434 in Greensboro is a critical leadership and operational position. This role primarily supports the management team in daily store operations to achieve sales and financial goals, while building strong associate and customer relationships. The Deli Bakery HMS Manager ensures smooth department operations by overseeing scheduling, ordering, receiving, preparation, and merchandising, always aligning with Food Lion's brand culture and strategic goals. The incumbent serves as a role model in customer service excellence, ensuring that all activities reflect the company’s emphasis on fast, easy, flexible, and friendly service that creates a positive shopping experience. This role demands a balance of hands-on leadership and supervisory acumen, requiring the individual to manage labor productivity, coach associates, maintain safety and sanitation standards, and uphold compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. In addition to operational responsibilities, the manager is accountable for controlling shrink, monitoring inventory, and ensuring department appearance and product quality meet company standards. The position requires effective use of various company tools and systems, including financial reports, ACIS, scheduling software, and other business information systems, reinforcing the data-driven aspect of the role. The role demands physical stamina and the ability to manage a range of tasks simultaneously, from administrative duties to direct customer interactions. The position is ideally suited for individuals passionate about retail food service operations, team leadership, and delivering exceptional customer experiences within a dynamic grocery environment. The employment type is full-time, based in Greensboro, NC, with opportunities for growth within the Food Lion organization.