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Deli Specialist

Job Description: 

We are currently seeking a Deli Specialist.

Requirements: 
  • Experience working in a retail environment buying (food preferred), demonstrated merchandising ability and excellent communication skills.
Responsibilities & Duties: 
  • Manages all new and existing deli vendor relationships to consistently achieve the best cost and quality available.
  • Responsible for the selection of new items and negotiation of trading terms.
  • Accountable for the general merchandising of vendor bought deli products and ongoing management of pricing administration.
  • Accountable for regular competitor price comparisons, ensuring Fairway’s position in the deli market is maintained according to the company pricing strategy.
  • Support and assist VP of Fresh Foods as needed.
  • Maintain quality control.
  • Deli merchandising in all stores.
  • Execute all deli store marketing tactics. This includes but not limited to: correct signage, local advertising leaflets and in-store sales.
  • Accountable for supporting the deli Department Managers in maintaining an inventory of merchandise in all stores that maximizes profitability.
  • Train, develop and counsel new and existing deli managers in a manner which builds and sustains a high performing team.
  • Communicate and maintain employee safety, sanitation, food safety and security standards.
  • Accountable for the accuracy of product labeling (date code, ingredients, barcode and price where applicable).
  • Accountable for deli shrink, working with the Department managers in store to minimize waste.
  • Assist VP of Fresh Foods in meeting or exceeding financial targets.
  • Assist in the forecast for purchasing requirements over holidays.
  • Establish and maintain collaborative and productive working relationships with all members of the Fairway team.
  • Lead weekly meetings with each Deli Department Manager.
  • Assures all employees comply with prescribed operating and safety standards.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills required with enthusiasm and initiative.
  • Regulatory Compliance. Maintain comprehensive knowledge of, and ensure compliance with relevant regularity rules and standards, including: 
  • OSHA, New York State Department of Labor, NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets, Department of Consumer Affairs, Weights and Measures, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), H.A.C.C.P. Guidelines.
Education: 
College degree preferred.

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