Lead- Rogue Valley stores- Full time

**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!**_