Assistant Produce Manager

Albertsons • Plymouth, MA

3d

About The Position

The Assistant Produce Manager helps oversee daily produce department operations, with a focus on freshness, quality, merchandising, and customer service. The role supports high standards for product presentation, inventory control, food safety, and associate development in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment. The Assistant Produce Manager may assume responsibility for department operations when the Produce Manager is absent.

Requirements

• Strong customer-service mindset with 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 review sales, shrink, and inventory data to drive results.
• 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

• Help oversee daily Produce Department operations, focusing on freshness, quality, and customer service.
• Deliver knowledgeable, friendly service and ensure associates demonstrate strong product knowledge.
• Assist with executing corporate merchandising programs, planograms, seasonal sets, and promotional displays.
• Maintain full, fresh, clean, and visually appealing produce displays.
• Assist with product rotation, remove damaged or unsellable items, and maintain freshness standards.
• Assist with ordering, receiving, inspecting, and storing products according to food safety and rotation guidelines.
• Help manage shrink through inventory controls, root-cause identification, and waste-reduction strategies.
• Assist with building and managing labor schedules aligned with business needs.
• Assist with training, coaching, and developing produce associates while maintaining a positive team environment.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, safety, and company operational standards.
• Perform Produce Department duties as needed and assume responsibility for department operations in the Produce Manager's absence.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Associate discounts.
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick pay.
• Training, career growth, and development.
• An 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