Merchandise Planner - Bakery jobs in Auburn, AL

Merchandise Planner - Bakery develops strategies and techniques to increase sales of baked goods. Analyzes department profits and profit margins of individual items. Being a Merchandise Planner - Bakery controls ordering, inventory, and quality of baked goods. Responsible for increasing business with new and existing customers. Additionally, Merchandise Planner - Bakery may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Merchandise Planner - Bakery typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Bakery manager
  • Nothing Bundt Cakes
  • Opelika, AL FULL_TIME
  • The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Bakery Manager / Lead Operator directs the team and day-to-day operation, which includes all aspects of the guest experience, cake production, brand and merchandise presentation, work environment, P&L management and inventory control.

    The ultimate objective of this role is to drive sales and profitability while ensuring the highest-quality cakes, a warm, welcoming environment and superior service are consistently provided to our guests.

    The Bakery Manager / Lead Operator exemplifies NbC core values and serves as the key culture carrier to bring joy to the bakery and beyond in the community while building the team’s commitment to our guests and the NbC brand.

    Requirements

    Accountabilities / Duties :

    I. Team Leadership

    • Prioritizes the guest experience, models superior guest engagement and fosters a positive work environment.
    • Recruits and selects talent and ensures performance expectations are clearly communicated and proper training is provided to execute responsibilities effectively and enable team members to thrive.
    • Engages frequently with team members to gain insight into workload and progress, address any challenges and course correct as needed.
    • Provides continuous coaching and follow up to develop team and manage performance; delivers constructive feedback, conducts quarterly reviews, and addresses any performance issues in a timely, effective manner.
    • Delineates role of Assistant Manager, assigning specific responsibilities to support the ongoing leadership of the bakery team and operation.
    • Identifies future leaders and cross-trains team members as appropriate to build individual capabilities and ensure adequate bakery coverage.
    • Maintains hands-on knowledge of all bakery roles and steps in regularly to perform various responsibilities as business needs dictate.

    II. Business Operations

    • Facilitates the opening and closing of the bakery, including cash-drawer balancing and bank deposits.
    • Manages special-order fulfillment via web and email for individual guests and corporate accounts as well as large, complex orders and deliveries.
    • Creates and communicates weekly sales productivity goals, cake production plan and team schedule, and adjusts bakery coverage based on changing business trend.
    • Sets inventory par levels based on production demand and sales forecast, monitors stock levels, processes weekly supply orders and conducts monthly inventory.
    • Ensures NbC product, service, bakery environment and visual merchandising standards are consistently upheld and that all bakery operations adhere to food and health safety standards and NbC policies and procedures.
    • Manages all controllable expenses, including labor, COGS, maintenance and supplies, to maximize profitability.
    • Performs administrative functions, including payroll processing, sales, labor and product inventory reporting, and basic accounting procedures.

    III. Local Marketing

    • Leads proactive community outreach to increase brand visibility in the market and engage in brand-aligned events while responding appropriately to external requests for NbC contributions.
    • Coordinates special event participation with local businesses, schools and other community organizers.

    Core Values and Leadership Competencies :

    Servant’s Heart

    o Goes above and beyond to support and develop the team and create a superior guest experience.

    o Keeps the good of the team and guest ahead of personal interests or gain.

    o Leads by example and displays humility and empathy for others.

    Spirit of a Champion

    o Demonstrates an intense drive, a commitment to excellence and a passion to succeed.

    o Seizes 100% ownership of responsibilities, with zero excuses for issues within direct control.

    o Operates with a sense of urgency, exercises sound judgment and seeks feedback to improve performance.

    Genuine Connections

    o Projects warmth, enthusiasm and optimism that attracts and energizes others.

    o Builds positive, productive relationships and communicates often and openly.

    o Serves as a strong Cake Celebrity / Brand Ambassador in the local community.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

    • Understands basic retail math and P&L principles, including the specific levers that drive sales and profitability.
    • Has the ability to interpret and analyze business and financial data, identify areas of strength and improvement opportunity, and determine appropriate action plans to address issues.
    • Leads with an unwavering guest focus and exhibits strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage, empower and motivate a team and communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
    • Excels at delegating duties, communicating clear expectations, directing others’ work and managing performance.
    • Possesses strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to accurately assess situations and identify issues, develop possible solutions and take the appropriate courses of action.
    • Demonstrates strong learning agility, with a passion to grow and excel.

    Benefits

    Nothing Bundt Cakes has an amazing work culture and endless opportunities for growth and advancement. Managers are salaries with an accrued 13 days of PTO, a health insurance stipend, a bonus structure based on measurable objectives, 50% discount on all cake and merchandise, and professional development.

    Last updated : 2024-04-05

  • 19 Days Ago

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Bakery Associate
  • Winn-Dixie Retail Stores
  • Phenix, AL FULL_TIME
  • Overview: Southeastern Grocers is committed to a culture of belonging and fostering an inclusive environment where we celebrate differences. As a great place to work, we empower everyone to be their f...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Bakery Associate
  • Winn-Dixie Retail Stores
  • EUFAULA, AL OTHER
  • Overview Southeastern Grocers is committed to a culture of belonging and fostering an inclusive environment where we celebrate differences. As a great place to work, we empower everyone to be their fu...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Bakery Associate
  • Winn-Dixie Retail Stores
  • PHENIX CITY, AL OTHER
  • Overview Southeastern Grocers is committed to a culture of belonging and fostering an inclusive environment where we celebrate differences. As a great place to work, we empower everyone to be their fu...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Bakery Associate
  • Winn-Dixie Retail Stores
  • COLUMBUS, GA OTHER
  • Overview Southeastern Grocers is committed to a culture of belonging and fostering an inclusive environment where we celebrate differences. As a great place to work, we empower everyone to be their fu...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Bakery Associate
  • Winn-Dixie Retail Stores
  • AUBURN, AL OTHER
  • Overview Southeastern Grocers is committed to a culture of belonging and fostering an inclusive environment where we celebrate differences. As a great place to work, we empower everyone to be their fu...
  • 1 Month Ago

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CASHIER (full-time & part-time opportunities)
  • Murphy USA
  • Auburn, AL
  • As one of the largest national gasoline and convenience retailers with more than 1,650 stores in 27 states, we know that...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Full & Part Time Retail Sales Associate
  • Kohls
  • Auburn, AL
  • Responsibilities Creates a friendly and welcoming environment by greeting and offering assistance to customers You are t...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Store Associate
  • CVS Health
  • Auburn, AL
  • Bring your heart to CVS Health. Every one of us at CVS Health shares a single, clear purpose: Bringing our heart to ever...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cashier
  • Walmart
  • Auburn, AL
  • Job Description **Overview:** As a Walmart Cashier, you play a crucial role in providing exceptional customer service wh...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Store Manager
  • Claire's
  • Auburn, AL
  • About the Role As an Assistant Store Manager at Claire's, you will support your Store Manager with the following; Sales ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Store Associates and Stockers - 459
  • Big Lots
  • Auburn, AL
  • Description Ready to join our BIG family? Text "BIG LOTS" to 97211 to schedule an interview. When you join our team, you...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Bank Branch Manager II - Auburn
  • Androscoggin Bank
  • Auburn, AL
  • ** Retail Bank Branch Manager II - Auburn** **Job Category****:** Retail Banking **Requisition Number****:** RETAI001748...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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MASTER MERCHANDISER
  • Driveline
  • Auburn, AL
  • Job Description Retail Merchandisers Needed! Earn $$10.00 / hour - Flexible Hours and Workdays - Make Your Own Schedule!...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

The city of Auburn lies in western Lee County and is bordered by the city of Opelika to the northeast and by Chambers County to the north. The city stretches south to the Macon County line in the southwest. Auburn sits on the Fall Line at the juncture of the piedmont plateau and the coastal plain. Portions of Auburn also include the southernmost exposure of rocks indicating the Appalachian orogeny—as such, the last foothill of the Appalachian Mountains lies in Chewacla State Park in southern Auburn. As a result of these three varied physical environments, Auburn has an extremely diverse geolog...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Planner - Bakery jobs
$47,979 to $65,133
Auburn, Alabama area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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February 21, 2020