Assistant Produce Manager

Albertsons Companies • Santa Fe, NM

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About The Position

The Assistant Produce Manager oversees daily produce department operations, with a focus on freshness, quality, presentation, and customer service. This is a hands-on, fast-paced leadership role responsible for merchandising, inventory control, labor planning, and supporting the performance and development of produce associates.

The role supports high standards for food safety, sanitation, and operational compliance while helping deliver vibrant, market-fresh produce and a positive customer experience. The position requires flexible availability, including weekends and holidays, and the ability to work in refrigerated environments and handle product.

Requirements

• Strong customer-service mindset and attention to freshness and detail.
• Effective leadership, communication, and coaching skills.
• Strong organization, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Knowledge of produce merchandising and freshness execution.
• Knowledge of inventory management, ordering, and shrink control.
• Knowledge of labor planning, scheduling, and associate supervision.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and compliance execution.
• Knowledge of produce handling, rotation, and freshness standards.
• Knowledge of retail merchandising and promotional execution.
• Knowledge of store systems and inventory tools.
• Ability to train and develop associates.
• Ability to lift, move, and stack product and work in coolers and refrigerated environments.
• Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays.
• Reliable attendance and compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and the Code of Business Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Produce Department operations, focusing on freshness, quality, and customer service.
• Deliver knowledgeable, friendly customer service and ensure associates demonstrate strong product knowledge.
• Execute corporate merchandising programs, planograms, seasonal sets, and promotional displays.
• Maintain full, fresh, clean, and visually appealing produce displays.
• Rotate product, remove damaged or unsellable items, and maintain freshness standards.
• Order, receive, inspect, and store product according to food safety and rotation guidelines.
• Manage shrink through inventory controls, root-cause identification, and waste-reduction strategies.
• Build and manage labor schedules aligned with business needs.
• Train, coach, and develop produce associates while maintaining a positive team environment.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, safety, and company operational standards.
• Review sales, shrink, and inventory data to drive results.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Associate discounts.
• Medical, dental, 401(k), and other health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates.
• Vacation, holidays, and sick pay, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Training, career growth, and development opportunities.
• Inclusive work environment with colleagues who reflect the communities served.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed