Assistant Produce Manager

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Associate or bachelor’s degree in business related or food service-related field desirable
Minimum (2) years’ experience in management in retail/restaurant/supermarket environment

Promotes excellent customer relations by instilling positive customer focused behavior with associates
Takes customer orders over the phone or in person at the store with a pleasant and positive attitude
Ensures fresh quality merchandise by using proper product handling techniques
Assists Produce Manager in day-to-day functions of Produce operations such as merchandising, ad execution, associate engagement and customer service
Develops and implements merchandising plans that meet financial goals
Oversees department inventories by tracking weekly sales reports, product orders and supplies
Assists with scheduling all department associates, participates in training, rewards and recognizes performance and delegates work assignments
Manages inventory levels and reviews orders to ensure product quantities meet customer demand
Checks and verifies all department deliveries and invoices to ensure accurate billing
Controls department expenses by improving operations and efficiencies
Keeps produce department well stocked and appealing to meet customer demands
Unpacks cartons and crates of merchandise, cleans and trims produce, stocks area with new merchandise
Assists in building attractive displays
Maintains backroom and receiving area security and organization by promoting procedures
Ensures smooth function of department and store by cooperating with co-workers and superiors
Responsible for utilization of all company provided Personal Protected Equipment (PPE)

Associate or bachelor’s degree in business related or food service-related field desirable