Produce Department Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Produce Department Manager to oversee daily operations within our small grocery store. This role requires a strong background in produce retail management, inventory control and reaching sales and profit goals. The ideal candidate will have experience ordering, receiving and merchandising fresh produce in a grocery store environment.

In this role, you'll be responsible for meeting sales and profit targets while working alongside the Store Manager and our close-knit team to keep the whole store running smoothly. You'll ensure that company policies and freshness standards are met daily, taking pride in a department that reflects our commitment to the community.

This is a great fit for a reliable leader who enjoys a collaborative, hands-on, small-store environment. The produce department at our small store only requires about 20 hours of managerial duties per week, but additional hours / tasks are available for the right candidate looking for a full time position.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory levels through effective purchasing, stock rotation, and inventory control to minimize waste and maximize profitability.
• Oversee pricing strategies, sales promotions, and merchandising efforts to attract customers and increase department sales.
• Ensure product quality standards are maintained by monitoring freshness, appearance, and safety compliance.
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve complaints promptly to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
• Implement marketing initiatives within the department to promote seasonal products or special offers.
• Responsible for achieving Budgeted Gross Profit, Sales Goals, and managing Product Shrinkage within the Produce Department.
• Maintain a clean, organized store environment adhering to safety standards and health regulations.
• Working with the Store Manager, develop, support, motivate, and guide other employees to achieve maximum sales and profitability while ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Ensure that other employees understand and effectively implement key standards, including Safety, Sanitation, Processing, Pricing, Displaying, Merchandising, Weights and Tares, Scanning, Inventory, and Customer Service.
• Willing to cross train in order to occasionally assist with other departments as needed.

Experience

• Proven management experience in retail environment with a focus on produce or perishable goods.
• Demonstrated expertise in inventory management, purchasing, pricing strategies, and sales management.
• Proficiency in retail math, POS systems, cash handling procedures, and retail store operations.
• Knowledge of merchandising techniques, stock stocking procedures, marketing strategies, and store management principles.

Valued Character Traits

• Accuracy: Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Responsible: Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.
• Detail Orientated: Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Organized: Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Motivated: Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability.
• Reliability: The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Customer Service: Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures.

Requirements

• Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree
• Experience: 3 Years Produce Management OR Store Management Exp.

Physical Demands

• Stand/Walk/Sit: Constantly
• Handling/Reaching: Frequently
• Climbing/Crawling: Rare to None
• Squat/Kneel/Bend: Frequently
• Lift/Carry/Push/Pull: Constantly (Up to 50lbs)

We are an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, disability, or pregnancy. Applicants may request accommodations based on religious beliefs, disability, or pregnancy.

Subject to pre-employment background and drug screening.

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Experience:

• Produce Department: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person