Assistant Produce Manager

Weis Markets • Pasadena, MD

415d • $33,280 - $49,920

About The Position

The Assistant Produce Manager at Weis Markets is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the produce department, ensuring excellent customer service, maintaining product quality, and managing inventory. This role involves promoting teamwork, training associates, and implementing merchandising plans to meet financial goals while adhering to company policies and standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in business or food service-related field desirable.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in management in a retail/restaurant/supermarket environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a supermarket or grocery store environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Promotes excellent customer relations by instilling positive customer focused behavior with associates.
• Greets customers, answers questions, and resolves customer issues promptly.
• Implements continuous improvement in all areas of the department.
• Takes customer orders and determines their needs regarding size and appearance.
• Ensures fresh quality merchandise through proper product handling techniques.
• Helps control damages and minimize product losses according to company procedures.
• Assists the Produce Manager in day-to-day operations such as merchandising and customer service.
• Performs duties of Produce Manager in their absence.
• Develops and implements merchandising plans that meet financial goals.
• Maintains knowledge of weekly ads and specials for correct pricing and production amounts.
• Tracks weekly sales reports and manages inventory levels to meet customer demand.
• Schedules department associates and participates in training and performance recognition.
• Utilizes the Learning Management System (LMS) for training associates.
• Maintains backroom organization and product storage within company guidelines.
• Oversees shelf replenishment efforts to ensure product availability for customers.
• Checks and verifies all department deliveries and invoices for accuracy.
• Monitors product quality and freshness, ensuring proper rotation of stock.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation in the department according to health and OSHA requirements.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Pet insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid sick time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Food and Beverage Retailers
• Education Level: High school or GED