About this role
Summary/Responsibilities of this position:
A Sales Lead will be responsible for applying advanced skills in procedures and techniques specific to area of specialization. May carry out supervisory responsibilities. Order assigned products to maximize sales. Possess and convey a culinary level of food expertise.
Work under minimal supervision and from detailed verbal and written instructions. Apply accepted guidelines, rules and procedures to decisions. Continually monitor and immediately address problems. Make sound decisions on everyday issues and problems.
Requires specific product knowledge depending on the Department.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in ordering
- May assist in writing weekly Department schedule
- Identify and address high priority activities first
- Communicate clear expectations for assignments
- Delegate responsibility to appropriate Partners
- Provide excellent customer service
- Maintain operating effectiveness
- Ensure that all federal, state, and company regulations and standards for product freshness, safety, refrigeration, and sanitation are met
- Maintain standards in shrink, safety, and inventory control
- Assist in merchandising the department to maximize sales
- Use suggestive selling techniques to maximize sales
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION PREFERRED
- Typically requires 5-8 years experience
- Knowledge of department product, food preparation, and equipment
- Extensive knowledge of specialty food products and food preparation is essential
- Strong customer service skills
- Passion for food
- Materials Handling Equipment certification
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
-Ability to work in fast paced environment
-Ability to work in extreme temperatures
- Previous retail/restaurant experience required
PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to manage in excess of 25 lbs., up to 50 lbs
02-2004
Other facts
About HEB
H-E-B is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas with approximately $46 billion in revenue and 160,000+ Partners. Founded in 1905, H-E-B operates more than 435 stores in a number of formats, including H-E-B, Joe V’s Smart Shop, Central Market, Mi Tienda, and Favor. There are truly aisles and aisles of opportunity at H-E-B! From Stores, Manufacturing, Supply Chain or Transportation, to Digital, Corporate and Wellness - Career opportunities at H-E-B are endless. Our company is the largest private company in Texas and one of the 15 largest privately held companies in the U.S.
At H-E-B, Each & Every Person Counts. Regularly named a top employer and retailer, H-E-B's Partners (employees), who are owners in our company, are at the heart of what makes our business successful and great. With a humility rooted in our Helping Here philosophy, H-E-B's Partners serve all Texans with open arms and a smile, and demonstrate our collective commitment to take care of Texas.
At H-E-B, a job is more than just a job - it's an opportunity for a rewarding career that allows you to use your unique talents and passions to innovate and make the lives of Texans better.
What you'll do
- The Sales Lead is responsible for ordering products, maintaining sales effectiveness, and ensuring compliance with safety and freshness standards. They will also provide excellent customer service and delegate responsibilities to team members.
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