Meal Category Lead
HungryrootSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, GroceryIndustries
Requirements
- In-depth knowledge of meat department operations, including floor and backroom processes, product updates, specifications, quality, inventory, production, equipment usage, safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance
- Expertise in using digital tools and handheld technology for sales planning, production decisions, training, product quality, forecasting, inventory, and ordering
- Ability to supervise and lead a team of hourly associates, including training, skill development, career growth encouragement, and talent sourcing
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with team leaders, managers, co-workers, customers, and business partners
- Commitment to operational excellence, compliance with company policies, ethics, and standards, including safety and audit requirements
- Capability to analyze information from multiple sources, monitor progress, identify improvements, and adapt to change or new challenges
Responsibilities
- Supervise the meat department team to deliver on the business plan, communicate goals, execute company programs, adhere to policies, and advocate for members, associates, and the company
- Maintain meat department standards for quality, inventory, production, equipment, safety, sanitation, and compliance; share knowledge and prioritize team training on item specifications and equipment
- Engage with members to share product passion and assist in protein selection
- Leverage digital tools to drive sales, improve shopping experience, enhance associate engagement, and make immediate decisions on production, training, and quality; adopt and encourage new tools
- Drive business results through operational excellence: maintain neat, clean, safe work area; use digital tools for forecasting, planning, production; manage inventory, ordering, staffing, audits, compliance; ensure equipment and storage functionality; produce and display merchandise per layout
- Identify training needs, teach and develop team skills for high-quality products, encourage career growth, and source new talent
- Develop, communicate, and implement processes to meet business needs by collaborating with others, analyzing data, monitoring results, and addressing improvements
- Demonstrate, promote, and support compliance with policies, procedures, ethics, and integrity; implement action plans, use Open Door Policy, and assist with ethical/compliance issues
- Lead and participate in teams by sharing resources, determining needs/priorities, coordinating assignments, providing feedback/support, ensuring timelines/quality, and modeling adaptability to change
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
Is this a full-time position?
Yes, this is a full-time role.
Is remote work available for the Meat Lead position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What skills are required for the Meat Lead role?
Key skills include meat expertise, team supervision, knowledge of business operations, digital tool usage, and training team members.
What is the company culture like for this role?
The culture emphasizes collaboration with other team leaders, advocacy for members and associates, commitment to operational excellence, and supporting career growth.
What makes a strong candidate for the Meat Lead position?
Strong candidates demonstrate meat expertise, leadership in supervising teams, proficiency with digital tools, commitment to operational excellence, and skills in training and developing talent.
Walmart
Global retail chain offering affordable products
About Walmart
Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.
Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees