Produce Manager

Sprouts Farmers Market•Aurora, CO

About The Position

The Produce Manager is responsible for the sales and operation of the Produce Department at Sprouts Farmers Market. The role oversees product quality, merchandising, department cleanliness and organization, and inventory management. The manager develops and evaluates team members, makes staffing and personnel recommendations in collaboration with the Store Manager, and addresses team member concerns and performance issues. The position also manages scheduling and staffing levels, communicates department standards and product knowledge, and leads the team in delivering quality products and customer service. The Produce Manager serves as a Key Carrier and may act as Manager on Duty as needed.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
1–3 years of experience working in a grocery retail setting, including management experience in produce.
Basic knowledge of math, weights, and measures.
Good communication skills and ability to take direction and participate in a team environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that changes with business needs, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Working knowledge of personnel reports, margin reports, weekly sales numbers, and financial goals.
Outgoing and friendly behavior and a positive attitude toward Team Members and customers.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb throughout the workday.
Ability to lift, stack, and maneuver objects weighing up to 50 pounds from 4 to 72 inches, for distances up to 3 feet, for between 10 and 50 hours without mechanical assistance.
Ability to use a pallet jack to move pallets up to 20 feet, applying force up to 85 pounds, for up to 5 hours.
Ability to maneuver six-wheel carts requiring force up to 35 pounds for up to 2 hours and distances up to 20 feet.
Ability to walk up to 5 miles during an 8-hour shift.
Must achieve and maintain a Food Handlers permit.

Responsibilities

Oversee sales and operations of the Produce Department.
Manage quality control, merchandising, cleanliness, and organization of the department.
Manage produce inventory.
Coach and develop team members, provide feedback, and conduct one-on-one development discussions.
Recommend merit increases through the bi-annual performance review process.
Attend and participate in in-store meetings.
Recruit, hire, and make promotion or transfer decisions in collaboration with the Store Manager.
Address Team Member concerns using independent judgment.
Document and take corrective action as needed, collaborating with business and HR partners on performance management, including coaching, counseling, progressive discipline, suspension, or termination.
Create and adjust schedules and staffing levels to support productivity and efficiency.
Communicate standards, expectations, policy changes, and product knowledge to team members.
Lead the team in delivering quality products, high service levels, and a strong customer experience.
Serve as a Key Carrier and/or act as Manager on Duty as needed.
Perform general housekeeping and clean and sanitize the department work area.
Follow safety, health, and Weights and Measures regulations.
Maintain a Food Handlers permit.

Benefits

Competitive pay.
Sick time plan for the employee or immediate family members’ health needs.
Vacation accrual plan.
Career growth opportunities.
15% discount for the employee and one other household family member on purchases at Sprouts.
Flexible schedules.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Company-paid life insurance.
Contests and appreciation events.
Bonus based on company and/or individual performance, subject to eligibility requirements.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, subject to eligibility requirements.
Health Savings Account with company match, subject to eligibility requirements.
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care, subject to eligibility requirements.
Company-paid short-term disability coverage, subject to eligibility requirements.
Paid parental leave for mothers and fathers, subject to eligibility requirements.
Paid holidays, subject to eligibility requirements.
DailyPay access for eligible employees.