FreshMarket

Director of Deli

FreshMarket • $80K — $95K *
Salt Lake City, UT 84118In-Person
Food & Beverages
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma/GED required; bachelor's degree in business preferred.
  • 8+ years of retail or wholesale experience.
  • Strong leadership experience required.
  • Expertise in financial analysis and operational efficiency.
  • Exceptional organizational and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Direct and lead teams to achieve strategic objectives and performance expectations.
  • Develop and execute merchandising strategies based on consumer trends and performance metrics.
  • Establish category management strategies for assortment, pricing, and promotions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and align retail and wholesale programs.
  • Oversee financial performance through budgeting and revenue improvement strategies.
  • Implement measurement frameworks for accountability and performance tracking.
  • Foster a collaborative team culture and promote organizational values.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and team recognition.
  • Involvement in strategic decision-making processes.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Potential for travel as part of the role.
  • Supportive work culture emphasizing organizational values.
Full Job Description
Summary

The Director of Deli is responsible for directing and leading strategic merchandising, sales, and operational programs to drive growth, profitability, and competitive positioning across assigned categories while supporting retail and wholesale performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Directs and leads team in accomplishing strategic objectives within the unit(s). Manages, rewards, and recognizes team. Sets clear goals and objectives, sets performance expectations, and holds accountability of team.
  • Directs development and execution of merchandising and sales strategies by analyzing consumer trends, competitive data, and performance metrics to drive growth and profitability across categories.
  • Leads category management efforts by establishing assortment strategies, pricing approaches, and promotional initiatives while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Collaborates with cross-functional teams and external partners to develop programs, align execution, and ensure consistency across retail and wholesale operations.
  • Oversees financial performance by developing budgets, monitoring results, and implementing strategies to improve revenue, margins, and operational efficiency.
  • Develops and implements measurement frameworks to track performance, identify opportunities, and drive accountability across teams and stakeholders.
  • Leads and develops teams by fostering a collaborative culture, providing direction and development, and promoting organizational values and strategic priorities.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Extensive knowledge of merchandising and retail strategy.
  • Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
  • Financial and analytical expertise.
  • Effective communication and stakeholder management.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.


Position Requirements
  • High school diploma/GED is required; bachelor's degree in business is preferred.
  • 8+ years of retail or wholesale experience.
  • Strong leadership experience.
  • Regular attendance and travel required; personal vehicle use is required.


About FreshMarket

The Fresh Market, Inc. is a specialty grocery retailer focused on providing high-quality products in a unique and inviting atmosphere with a high level of customer service. The company operates 159 stores in 22 states, primarily located in the Southeast, Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast regions. The Fresh Market offers a wide selection of fresh produce, meat, seafood, bakery, deli, and specialty items, as well as a variety of private label products. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina.
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Size
13,000 employees
Industry
Food & Beverages
* Ladders Estimates

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