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About Grange Co-op

Founded in 1934, Grange Co-op is a cooperative dedicated to serving the needs of its members and the communities in which they live. With a focus on farm and ranch products, work wear and western wear, garden supplies, and pet care essentials, Grange Co-op has grown to become a trusted name in the industry. The company operates multiple retail locations, a feed mill and remains committed to delivering exceptional value and service.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

To ensure a superior level of customer service; to supervise location in the absence of the location manager or assistant manager; to maintain the quality of merchandising and product presentation within the location.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

··In the absence of the location manager or assistant manager, managing the store in a way that ensures that customers receive the highest level of service

·Make break schedules and complete times sheets

·Direct personnel in their daily tasks assigned by the location management

·Ensure personnel stay on task through proper follow up and delegation

·Review staff performance and offer constructive feedback or coaching

·Train and develop employees to achieve success in their current roles while preparing them for future growth

·Participate in ad set, inventory, freight flow, and cycle count processes

·Approve returns and discounts in the absence of the location manager or assistant manager

·Ensure that the store is recovered, merchandise is faced, and product rotation occurs on dated goods

·Review all company and store communications to effectively communicate and coordinate information across teams, ensuring messages are understood and directed to the appropriate individuals.

·Ensure that signing, displays, and safety concerns are addressed and corrected

·Perform opening and closing procedures

·Balance cash drawer and safe daily and complete change orders weekly

·Offer assistance and support to location personnel

·Sales floor time should be 80% or more of your scheduled shift

Perform other tasks and duties as requested by supervising manager

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

·This position has supervisory responsibilities over location personnel in the absence of the location manager or assistant manager

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

·Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

 LANGUAGE SKILLS

·Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

·Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

·Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

·Ability to work calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume

·Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry

REASONING ABILITY

·Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

·Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

OTHER SKILLS AND/OR ATTRIBUTES

·Strong communication and interpersonal skills

·Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and guidance

·Ability to effectively plan, organize and prioritize projects

·Independent judgment and decision making abilities

·High level of integrity

·Ability to perform effectively in both individual and team environments

·Comprehensive understanding of the company and its products and services

·Excellent prioritization and organizational abilities

Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply!