Grocery Lead

Grocery Lead PJP Marketplace - 3.1 Philadelphia, PA Job Details Full-time $14 - $17 an hour 18 hours ago Qualifications Maintaining an organized workspace Merchandising Handling customer inquiries Greeting customers Shift management Mid-level Store opening/closing procedures FIFO Team management Loyalty programs Staff training Grocery store Food ordering Clean workspace maintenance Escalation handling Retail management Cash handling Delegation Stock rotation Full Job Description Grocery Department Lead - Full-Time | PJP Marketplace PJP Marketplace is a Philadelphia-area independent grocery chain with three neighborhood locations. We're looking for an experienced Grocery Department Lead to own inventory, merchandising, and team direction on the floor — someone who takes pride in a well-run department and knows how to get the best out of the people around them. What You'll Do Floor & Inventory Management Write and manage orders for assigned departments; adjust based on sales trends and on-hand conditions Stock, rotate (FIFO), and merchandise products to maintain freshness, availability, and sales performance Straighten and face shelves, freezers, and coolers to standard Coordinate with the POS Clerk on pricing and signage gaps Shift Leadership Direct associates on shift tasks, productivity, and safe work practices Train new hires and provide ongoing coaching Serve as Manager on Duty (MOD) for opening and/or closing coverage as assigned Communicate shift updates, staffing needs, and unresolved issues to store leadership Customer Service Greet and assist customers on the floor; resolve escalated issues Promote the AppCard Rewards Program, including Business Rewards Safety & Compliance Maintain clean, safe, and organized sales floor and backroom conditions Address spills and hazards immediately; complete incident reports per policy Follow cash-handling and key-control procedures during MOD shifts What We're Looking For Grocery or retail stocking and inventory experience required Familiarity with FIFO rotation, ordering practices, and merchandising standards Ability to assign work, hold peers accountable, and communicate clearly in a fast-paced environment Reliable attendance and schedule adherence Schedule & Pay Full-time hourly | 30+ hours per week Schedules vary: early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays Overtime available with Store Manager pre-approval Physical Requirements Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting throughout the store and backroom. Work includes exposure to cooler and freezer environments. PJP Marketplace is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation, contact the Director of People & Marketing.