More than just retail. Come make a difference.
The Alaska Commercial Company currently has exciting opportunities for full-time, permanent employment in retail stores across the North. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team where your experience and work ethic are appreciated and rewarded. With The Alaska Commercial Company, you’re encouraged to learn and grow on the job and to explore the beauty and culture of the communities in which we live and work.
The Alaska Commercial Company offers rewarding experiences and unique opportunities for growth.
• Competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Taxable housing accommodations (no pets allowed in this location)
• Relocation package
Your Responsibilities:
In your role as the Assistant Produce Department Manager, you’re accountable for the successful day-to-day operations of the Produce Department. The operations include the implementation of company standards, the management of company assets, attention to maintaining a local competitive position, and the development and training of staff. You deliver fantastic customer service while managing product ordering, processing, stocking, and merchandising.
• Ensure Produce Department meets and exceeds all standards of customer service, satisfaction, presentation, and cleanliness
• Deal quickly and effectively with customer complaints, requests, and inquiries
• Provide proper staffing to meet daily business needs, including breaks and meal periods
• Fully support and participate in all advertising campaigns and strategies as directed through Procurement and Marketing
• Responsible for crisping, trimming, wrapping, and displaying produce in merchandise cases and on produce tables
• Supervise, coach, and develop employees
• Monitor inventory levels and shrink reduction, and rotate stock to guarantee freshness
• Build customer-attracting merchandise displays
• Ensure customers get the products they need
• Maintain equipment as directed by the manufacturer
Skills and Qualifications:
We’re looking for professional, organized workers with a healthy sense of adventure and a strong knowledge and experience base.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience supervisory level or above
• Retail experience preferred
• Knowledge of food supply industry and experience with managing supply chains
• Ability to work with numbers and interpret financial reports
• Computer knowledge of Excel and Outlook
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to foster strong relationships and partnerships
• Ability to work with confidential information
• Strong analytical and leadership skills
• Keen attention to detail and customer driven
Location: Kotzebue, AK
Reports to: Produce Department Manager
We’d love to hear from all workers motivated to thrive professionally and personally while making a difference in the communities we serve. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
CANDIDATES MUST BE WILLING TO RELOCATE TO RURAL REGIONS OF ALASKA. RELOCATION ARRANGEMENTS WILL BE MADE AND PAID FOR BY THE ALASKA COMMERCIAL
COMPANY.
ACC is a growing company with a long history of serving rural Alaskans. For more than 150 years, we have provided groceries and general merchandise to the people of Alaska. As was true more than 150 years ago, our stores continue to be a vital center of local community life. In 1992, the company was purchased by The North West Company (NWC) from then owner The Commercial Enterprise Development Corporation of Alaska. This acquisition by NWC made the combined companies the largest North American rural retailers and one of the largest employers in the State of Alaska. Learn more about ACC: alaskacommercial.com.
We create a collaborative and constructive culture by:
• Acting with integrity • Fostering excellence • Respecting others • Working collaboratively • Being accountable
ACC is committed to inclusion and diversity and encourages applications from all candidates, including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, and persons with disabilities.