Department Head Fresh Food

Majid Al Futtaim Retail

UAE

Ref: LP822-144

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Job purposes:
Store Department Head has to ensure quality, range and freshness (food) of offered goods to attract and satisfy the customers.

It includes as well the responsibility to coordinate and communicate between Merchandisers and Sales Team and other relevant service providers within the assigned area.

Sections: Butchery, Bakery, Delicatessen, Fruit and Vegetables & Roastry and Coffee Shop

• Ensure assortments are aligned with each store’s specific cultural, economic and social features.
• Oversee the establishment of a competitive assortment offer, to secure Majid Al Futtaim Retail a leading position in the country.
• Develop the price image and freshness image.
• Initiate and motivate comparative studies between Sections that can contribute to the efficiency of the commercial concepts.
• Attend customers when they need support, listen to their requirements and offer solutions.
• Monitor sales activities to ensure that customers receive best-in-class service and quality goods as or above set standards.
• Ensure product availability and service level at any point of time and ensure that the presentation of goods is in line with agreed plans.
• Monitor and report competitor activities (Prices, range, quality etc.) and forward solutions to be best-in-class.
• Examine merchandise to ensure correct pricing and display and that it functions as advertised.
• Ensure that product presentation is in line within set guidelines and standards and take corrective actions if needed.
• Ensure freshness of the offered goods within the set internal quality standards and requirements as per applicable local rules and regulations

Requirements

• Bachelors’ Degree in Commerce or Finance
• Good Communication and Presentation Skills
• Customer Service Orientation
• Good Time Management
• General Product Knowledge is an advantage
• 3 to 5 years in Retail Business

About the Company

A franchise agreement with one of the world's largest retail chains Carrefour, allowed Majid Al Futtaim Retail to competitively introduce the first hypermarket model to the region in 1995 providing shoppers with variety and value.

Today, Majid Al Futtaim Retail owns 100% of the Carrefour franchise in 38 markets across MENA and central Asia, Africa and Russia.

Majid Al Futtaim Retail opened its first hypermarket in City Centre Deira - UAE, and through the years expanded to more than 180 Carrefour stores in 15 countries across the region.

Carrefour is dedicated to rewarding its loyal customers and offering access to a unique shopping experience through special offers and promotions throughout the year.

We are a family of more than 30,000 employees from more than 75 nationalities and we are committed to Create Great Moments for everyone, every day. Sounds appealing? Come join us and have the opportunity to challenge yourself in a unique work experience.

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Department Head salaries in UAE

Average monthly compensation
AED 13,500

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