Job Description

The Customer Service Manager duties include but are not limited to providing genuine customer service, supervising and managing the front-end team, direct and coordinate effective training, enforce front end policies and procedures (including safe and cash accountability), labor control and working in a safe manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivers superior guest service and ensure absolute customer satisfaction
• Lead and motivate front end staff to ensure they are giving the best customer service possible
• Learns and uses the GUEST program
• Greet Customers. Be sincere
• Use a smile. Project a friendly manner
• Engage the customer in casual conversation
• Show respect toward customer’s purchases
• Thank them
• Maintains cleanliness on the front end including check lanes, service desk, carts and cart vestibule area
• Understands all aspects of the cashier position including produce identification
• Responsible for company assets including safe funds, bank deposits, and cash accountability
• Monitors front end transactions to ensure proper handling of product
• Is accountable for services handled at the service desk
• Answers incoming calls using proper phone etiquette
• Works closely with all departments, communicates customer feedback
• Develops and implements weekly schedule for the front end using weekly store projections
• Monitors front end coverage and makes adjustments for customer volume
• Enforces company audit policy
• Interviews and hires
• Trains and coaches frontend team as needed
• Recommends Associates for advancement or special recognition
• Controls and monitors cashier and bookkeeping over/shorts
• Is attentive to Bottom of the Cart
• Works towards achieving company items per minute standards
• Review labor and bookkeeping reports and take appropriate action
• Review refund logs for proper authorization and balancing
• Ensures compliance with Government Regulations regarding link card, WIC, weights and measures, Health Department regulations and purchase of tobacco, liquor and lottery products
• Control store expenses through proper ordering of front end supplies, merchandising, care and maintenance of front end equipment.
• Ensures compliance to Western Union Anti-Money Laundering act by monitoring and reporting suspicious activity
• Follows all store and department policies and procedures
• Follows safety policies and procedures; is a safety role model
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Customer service skills
• Genuine
• Leadership skills
• Honesty/Integrity
• Money handling skills
• High Energy Level
• Ability to multi-task

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directly supervises a varied number of Associates in the Front End.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training Associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining Associates; addressing

complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
• One to three months related experience and/or training;
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Write routine reports, business correspondence and procedural manuals.
• Speak effectively before groups of customers or Associates of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Basic math concepts (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication), percentages and sales per associate hour

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• There are no required certifications, licenses, or registrations.

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

• Slip resistant shoes with closed toe and heel
• Ladder
• Stepladder
• Uniform per store policy

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regularly (Over 2/3 of the time)

• Stand
• Walk
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Stoop
• Kneel
• Crouch
• Communicate with associates and customers
• Lift and/or move up to 15 pounds

Frequently (Between 1/3 to 2/3 of the time)

• Overhead lifting
• Climb
• Balance
• Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Occasionally (Less than 1/3 of the time)

• Sit
• Crawl
• Smell
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Vision

• Close
• Distance
• Peripheral
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus
• Ability to distinguish colors

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Occasionally

• Risk of electrical shock
• Outdoor weather conditions from exterior doors
• Chemicals while cleaning

Noise Level

• Moderate

PAY RANGE (depends on industry experience)

$850 up to $1,200/weekly (IL Locations Only)

Starting pay will be based on experience, internal equity, and scope of responsibility.

BENEFITS (eligibility based on full-time/part-time status)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Employee Assistance Program

**Niemann Foods Management retains the discretion to add to or change the position requirements at any time.

**Position requirements may vary by store location