Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
Job Description
This opportunity is with a dynamic retail company specializing in fresh produce, committed to delivering high-quality fruits and vegetables to its customers. The company operates in the grocery retail sector, maintaining a strong reputation for excellence in product freshness, customer service, and overall shopping experience. With a focus on innovation and community engagement, the company prides itself on fostering a positive work environment where employees are empowered and valued. The organization prioritizes operational excellence, sustainability, and continuous improvement to meet the demands of a fast-paced market while ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty.
The Produce Manager role is a vital leadership position within the company’s produce department. This role is designed for a motivated individual who can manage daily operations and ensure the highest standards of product quality and presentation. The Produce Manager will oversee all aspects of produce handling, including ordering, receiving, stocking, and inventory control to maintain freshness and minimize shrink. A critical component of this role involves developing and guiding a capable team that embodies the company’s values and commitment to service quality. This includes hiring, training, and coaching associates while fostering teamwork and accountability.
The ideal candidate will have experience in produce or retail management and possess strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities. They will drive sales and profitability through effective management of product quality, display innovation, and inventory efficiency. Furthermore, this role includes maintaining compliance with food safety and sanitation standards, ensuring a safe shopping and working environment.
The Produce Manager is expected to execute seasonal product sets and promotional displays that attract customers and optimize sales opportunities. They will ensure that all displays are visually appealing and that product rotation and storage conditions meet company guidelines. The role also involves close monitoring of financial and operational metrics such as sales numbers, gross margin, spoilage, shrink, labor, and waste to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to enhance departmental effectiveness.
This full-time position offers the chance to lead a successful department in a well-established retail company that values innovation and employee growth. Candidates passionate about fresh produce, customer service excellence, and team leadership will find this role both challenging and rewarding.
The Produce Manager role is a vital leadership position within the company’s produce department. This role is designed for a motivated individual who can manage daily operations and ensure the highest standards of product quality and presentation. The Produce Manager will oversee all aspects of produce handling, including ordering, receiving, stocking, and inventory control to maintain freshness and minimize shrink. A critical component of this role involves developing and guiding a capable team that embodies the company’s values and commitment to service quality. This includes hiring, training, and coaching associates while fostering teamwork and accountability.
The ideal candidate will have experience in produce or retail management and possess strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities. They will drive sales and profitability through effective management of product quality, display innovation, and inventory efficiency. Furthermore, this role includes maintaining compliance with food safety and sanitation standards, ensuring a safe shopping and working environment.
The Produce Manager is expected to execute seasonal product sets and promotional displays that attract customers and optimize sales opportunities. They will ensure that all displays are visually appealing and that product rotation and storage conditions meet company guidelines. The role also involves close monitoring of financial and operational metrics such as sales numbers, gross margin, spoilage, shrink, labor, and waste to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to enhance departmental effectiveness.
This full-time position offers the chance to lead a successful department in a well-established retail company that values innovation and employee growth. Candidates passionate about fresh produce, customer service excellence, and team leadership will find this role both challenging and rewarding.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous produce or retail management experience preferred
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Knowledge of produce handling, rotation, and merchandising
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, perishable environment
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs
- Ability to work in refrigerated and wet conditions
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous produce or retail management experience preferred
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Knowledge of produce handling, rotation, and merchandising
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, perishable environment
Job Duties
- Oversee all produce operations including ordering, receiving, stocking, and inventory control
- Ensure product freshness, quality, and proper rotation to minimize shrink
- Maintain full, visually appealing wet rack and display tables at all times
- Execute seasonal sets, promotional displays, and ad features
- Monitor and maintain proper temperature and storage conditions
- Deliver outstanding customer service and ensure team members provide the same
- Assist customers with product selection and provide knowledge on produce items
- Maintain a clean, organized, and highly appealing department presentation
- Ensure a fresh, abundant, and easy-to-shop environment
- Hire, train, and develop produce associates
- Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance management
- Create schedules aligned with business needs and delivery schedules
- Promote teamwork, accountability, and high standards for quality and execution
- Drive sales through freshness, presentation, and in-stock conditions
- Control shrink, labor, and product waste to meet department goals
- Monitor key metrics including sales, gross margin, and spoilage
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability
- Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company policies
- Maintain proper handling, washing, and storage procedures
- Promote a safe work environment for associates and customers
- Ensure adherence to all regulatory and operational standards
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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