Produce Manager

EW James & Sons • Mc Kenzie, TN

9d

About The Position

The Produce Manager oversees the operations of the produce department, managing inventory, pricing, and merchandising to maximize sales and profitability. The role includes planning and creating attractive displays, ordering and processing produce, and maintaining product quality and freshness. The manager supervises and trains associates, ensures labor and safety standards are met, and oversees produce handling, including ordering, receiving, unloading, storage, and rotation. The position supervises 1–2 produce associates and includes close oversight of their duties, recruitment, mentoring, performance evaluation, feedback, and terminations.

The role operates in a fast-paced retail environment. Work may involve exposure to varied outdoor weather and indoor conditions including changes in heat, cold, dust, and humidity. Work inside a walk-in cooler and freezer and in a preparation room cooler than room temperature is required.

Requirements

• At least 18 years old.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Frequently move, lift, and carry merchandise and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance; occasionally handle items weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Occasionally reach overhead and below the knees, push, pull, squat, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, twist, climb, or crawl.
• Stand or walk continuously throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a retail or grocery environment is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding customer service.
• Keep produce cases, shelves, and displays full.
• Continuously monitor all areas of cost control.
• Prepare fresh produce for display.
• Identify and remove defective produce.
• Prepare fruit baskets for customers.
• Create schedules for produce associates.
• Order products and supplies for the department.
• Meet sales forecasts and other KPIs.
• Ensure invoices are properly coded and adjustments are properly recorded.
• Fill bags of ice and keep the freezer stocked for customer purchase.
• Maintain cases and display areas daily to create an attractive setting for customers.
• Maintain product variety and freshness.
• Keep the work area clean and maintain excellent personal hygiene.
• Follow safety and security procedures.
• Take out trash and dispose of cardboard.
• Perform daily cleaning duties, including sweeping and mopping.
• Assist with cashier and carryout duties at the front end as needed.
• Supervise 1–2 produce associates, including recruitment, mentoring, performance evaluation, feedback, and terminations.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

What This Job Offers

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