Job Description:
The Manager, Shelf Edge, is a key leadership role at Vallarta Supermarkets, responsible for driving the vision, strategy, and execution of enterprise Inventory Management and Store Ordering processes. This role leads to the design, optimization, and implementation of current and future-state systems, including Computer Assisted Ordering (CAO), in-store production planning, perpetual inventory, receiving processes (including future-state EDI), and promotional merchandise ordering. Accountable for delivering efficient, scalable processes, systems, and tools, the Manager, Shelf Edge partners closely with corporate teams, Store Operations, and cross-functional stakeholders to optimize regional and store-level performance. This role ensures alignment with operational standards, service levels, and financial objectives while enabling stores to consistently meet performance targets. To ensure successful adoption, the Manager, Shelf Edge, leads communication, training, and change management efforts for Store Operations. This position requires a strong sense of urgency, disciplined execution, and clear prioritization to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement across the organization.