Director - Sales & Merchandising, North LA

Grocery Outlet is seeking a Director of Sales & Merchandising to develop and coach Independent Owner/Operators in sales and merchandising, store appearance, marketing, and profitable business growth. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of retail management experience, a degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, and reside in the Northern Los Angeles area.

Requirements

• Support IOs in the enhancement and development of the Owner-Operator model
• Develops an annual business plan with the Operator
• Fosters the relationship of the Operator and Grocery Outlet Inc.
• Encourages participation of the Operator in open dialogue to improve the overall profitability and success of the store
• Supports the execution of chain, regional and local marketing efforts
• Assists in developing new sales and merchandising strategies
• Evaluates region and store performance
• Reviews all elements of the Store Performance Scorecard and coaches/recognizes Operators when improvement is needed, or performance is achieved
• Strives for excellence by raising the level of standards of performance, ensuring proper presentation, merchandising, and pricing of GOI inventory. Monitors and addresses product handling policies and procedures.
• Assists the Operators in complying with Federal, State, and local laws and regulations
• Evaluates the readiness of Aspiring Operators in Training (AOTs)

Benefits

• Annual Bonus Program
• Equity
• 401(k) Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental, Vision & More!