Produce Manager

Albertsons Companies•Plano, TX

About The Position

The Produce Manager oversees all operations of the Produce Department, ensuring high‑quality product standards, exceptional customer service, effective merchandising execution, and strict compliance with food safety and sanitation requirements. This role is accountable for sales performance, labor management, shrink control, ordering, inventory accuracy, and the training and leadership of produce associates. Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey! Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street. Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success. Bring your flavor Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process. Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4). Pay Transparency: Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on things like location, experience, qualifications, and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Dependent on length of service, hours worked, any applicable collective bargaining agreement and/or Company policy, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/Vacation pay, paid holidays, bereavement pay and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility). Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus, subject to Company bonus plans. Applications are accepted on an on-going basis. For roles in Washington State: Sick pay and PTO/Vacation pay are accrued based on hours worked and paid holidays are issued at 7-9 days annually.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Strong knowledge of produce quality, ripeness, handling, and seasonal trends.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to analyze sales, shrink, and labor data to drive results.
Proficiency with ordering systems, store technology, and basic Microsoft Office tools.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work in cooler and refrigerated environments.
Manual dexterity for stocking, trimming, rotating, and lifting produce cases.
Flexible availability including mornings, weekends, and holidays.
Reliable attendance required.
Must follow company safety policies, food safety standards, and Code of Business Conduct.
Must comply with all sanitation, labeling, and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years produce or perishable retail experience preferred.
Prior supervisory or department leadership experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain an enthusiastic, customer‑focused environment with fast, friendly, and knowledgeable service.
Resolve customer concerns, quality issues, and special requests promptly and professionally.
Provide daily leadership, direction, and coaching to produce associates to ensure consistent standards.
Lead by example in customer engagement, cleanliness, and food safety practices.
Execute all Company and Division produce merchandising plans, planograms, ad sets, and seasonal programs.
Ensure displays are full, fresh, rotated, and visually appealing at all times.
Maintain high standards for product quality, freshness, and presentation on sales floor and backroom.
Prepare department for promotional events, seasonal transitions, and peak sales periods.
Order produce accurately to maintain in‑stock conditions while minimizing shrink and waste.
Ensure proper receiving, storage, rotation (FIFO), and culling of all produce items.
Monitor shrink, markdowns, and waste logs and take corrective action as needed.
Oversee inventory counts and maintain organized, compliant backroom storage.
Ensure strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, temperature control, and health regulations.
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date documentation including temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and code‑date checks.
Conduct frequent department inspections to ensure safety, cleanliness, and compliance standards are met.
Enforce proper handling of perishable and organic products.
Create and manage weekly schedules that align with sales volume, labor targets, and operational needs.
Assign daily tasks and verify completion of department responsibilities.
Complete required administrative documentation including orders, inventories, waste logs, and sales reports.
Ensure compliance with time‑clock policies, labor laws, grooming standards, and attendance expectations.
Interview, hire, onboard, and train produce associates.
Provide ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and corrective action as needed.
Promote cross‑training and development to ensure department coverage and flexibility.
Foster a positive, respectful, and accountable department culture.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
disability and life insurance
sick pay
PTO/Vacation pay
paid holidays
bereavement pay
retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility)
Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus, subject to Company bonus plans.