Co-Ordinator Produce at Pick n Pay Stores Limited

Job Description

• To optimize the performance of Produce by ensuring that the in-store execution is according to the commercial strategy, guidelines and standards in the KZN region. Monitor, regulate and assist Corporate Stores to adhere to best practices.
• The Co-ordinator will guide and support store teams to maximum sales and promotions while driving activities that improve the customer offering and instore experience. The incumbent needs to drive production planning and margin analysis in addition to developing and implementing action plans to achieve the budgets

Minimum requirements

• Matric Grade 12
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Fresh Management
• In-depth knowledge of Store operations process and procedures
• Excellent understanding of fresh operations in retail
• Retail Management Diploma (advantageous)
• Valid SA ID
• Valid Driver's License

Competencies

• Communication and influencing skills
• Business Insight
• Business Acumen
• High levels of energy
• Influencing and Negotiation
• Ability to work under pressure

Key responsibilities

• Guide Corporate Stores in the execution of SOP’s
• Implement the commercial strategy within the Corporate Stores to maintain Brand integrity
• Provide critical insights into specific market opportunities
• Identify and recommend the removal of Non selling products within the network and at site level
• Ensure optimal range availability at all times
• Ensure back and front stock rotation is done daily to minimize shrink
• Guide the Corporate Store and the regional specialist on budgeted turnover.
• Monitor the financial performance of Produce departments and address any deviations. Utilizing specialized knowledge of area, provides input into manning hours.
• Procure stock and promotions daily and weekly to ensure that Corporate Stores get best prices and are aware of price trends.
• Communicate weekly negotiated price list to the network.
• Define the layout and range requirements for stores and make recommendations.
• Sign off plans for new and revamp stores.
• Ensure that the store is ready for the launch and monitor the progress.
• Identify new products and make recommendations.
• Select ranging for prescribed demographic.
• Ensure correct administration procedures are followed in order to sell the product.
• Identify and analyze customer needs related to Produce and put plans in place to meet customer needs.
• Train all relevant staff and SOP implementation.
• Continual engagement with Commercial team.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers; demonstrates confidence and expertise when interacting with suppliers. 
• Monitor budgets, production planning and take action to align sales
• Assist stores with weekly stock takes and compile store reports
• Conduct regular quality checks and audits
• Ensure that display and quality standards are adhered to