Produce Lead (Full-Time)- 598 Lakewood

Chedraui USA • Lakewood, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Produce Lead is responsible for consistently and promptly implementing company produce sales and merchandising programs and maintaining freshness, quality, and cleanliness standards throughout operating hours, including weekends. The role works with the store management team, particularly the Perishables Manager, to ensure the produce department is appropriately staffed and associates are trained. Performance is measured using financial reports, including sales, gross margin, and shrink control, as well as maintenance of department standards.

The position is based at 4237 Woodruff Avenue, Lakewood, California, 90713, and reports to the Store Manager.

Requirements

• At least three years of related store operations experience, including two or more years as an associate with primary produce department responsibility.
• Successful completion of the S&F Produce/Perishables classes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic PC skills, including Outlook.
• Ability to move or lift 60 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience merchandising a produce department wet rack is highly desirable.
• Retail Management Certificate is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Present the produce assortment appropriately and adjust it as needed to account for size, display capabilities, and product mix.
• Provide hands-on training to associates assigned to the perishable section, including product display techniques, production rotation, off-shelf displays, and order quantities.
• Assess the quality of incoming product and follow up with the Perishables Manager and/or regional Perishables Specialist when product quality does not meet company standards.
• Assess in-store displays and fixtures and follow up with the Perishables Manager and/or regional Perishables Specialist when they do not meet company standards.
• Set up the produce section and ensure adherence to company perishable merchandise programs.
• Place appropriate produce order quantities based on the company marketing plan, seasonality, customer mix, and historical store performance.
• Help ensure the produce department is properly staffed and trained in coordination with the store management team, particularly the Perishables Manager.
• Maintain high standards of freshness, quality, and cleanliness during all hours of operation, including weekends.

What This Job Offers

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