Head Stocker Position Summary

The Head Stocker leads day‑to‑day stocking and inventory activities to ensure the sales floor and backroom are well organized, fully stocked, and customer‑ready. This role coordinates stocking efforts, maintains inventory accuracy, and supports store leadership by ensuring product availability and merchandising standards are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily stocking operations for assigned areas of the store
• Ensure shelves are stocked, faced, and signed according to company standards
• Coordinate truck unloads, product flow, and backroom organization
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and assist with counts and replenishment
• Ensure proper product rotation, dating, and handling procedures
• Monitor out‑of‑stocks and communicate issues to department or store leadership
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized stockroom and sales floor areas
• Enforce safety practices and proper equipment use

People Leadership

• Direct and support stocking associates during shifts
• Assign tasks and prioritize workload based on business needs
• Train new associates on stocking procedures and safety standards
• Lead by example with strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Promote teamwork and productivity

Operations & Inventory

• Execute planograms, seasonal resets, and merchandise moves
• Support pricing accuracy and label placement
• Assist with shrink awareness and inventory control efforts
• Communicate effectively with department managers and store leadership

Qualifications

• Previous stocking or grocery retail experience preferred
• Ability to lift heavy items and work in physically demanding conditions
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Flexible availability, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays

Skills & Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Leadership and team coordination
• Ability to work independently and delegate tasks
• Strong communication skills
• Customer‑focused mindset