Bakery Ops Specialist

The Bakery Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the Bakery Operations and Merchandising of a group of stores, including full P&L responsibilities. He/She will be responsible for Implementation of and continued execution of department sales, merchandising, and various other initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Leader

- Actively promotes the philosophy, vision, and mission of the company

- Promotes the concepts and programs specific to each banner

- Develops and maintains business relationships

- Positively initiates, communicates and implements change

- Mentors and develops the team with a succession plan

- Effective communicator to all parties

Operations Manager

- Ensures the integrity and execution of merchandising initiatives and business plans to drive profitable sales growth for a group of stores

- Continuously evaluates operations to deliver against strategic and financial objectives

- Analyzes data, making informed decisions to maximize sales and profits - blending the science of the data with the art of merchandising

- Ensures food safety standards are upheld and product quality standards are achieved

- A good steward of company assets and ensures equipment is being properly maintained

- Acts consistently with United’s policies and procedures

Industry Expert

- Continuously researches and monitors industry trends to be knowledgeable of opportunities within the Bakery Dept.

- Advises Business Director on the competition within the markets we operate and the most effective methods of merchandising – ensuring the latest industry best-of-class methods are being employed

Administrator

- Participates in the hiring of department managers and oversees the hiring for all department Team Members

- Oversees the implementation and communication of department specific plans, including annual goals

Key Requirements:

- Must be 18 years of age or older

- Minimum 5 years’ of retail Bakery Manager or Business Manager experience

- College degree preferred

- Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

- Must be flexible to work various hours/shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overnight stays

- Ability to clearly communicate in all forms, with excellent written and verbal communication

- Have a proven successful operational track record with P&L accountability

- Must have knowledge of the markets in which we operate

- Must have strong analytical and computer skills, including Microsoft Office

- Must be well organized with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines

- Must have a clear understanding of The United Family’s pricing structure and relationships as it pertains to Bakery

- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

- Perform all other physical aspects of the job including bending, squatting, lifting, climbing, and walking

- Ability to accept supervisory coaching related to performance, work habits, and attitude

- Ability to function as a team member and get along with others

This job description is intended to provide a high-level of general requirements for this position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure proper operations.

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