Bench - Produce Manager

IGA Southeast • Manning, SC

4d

About The Position

The Produce Manager oversees produce department operations, including sales, gross profit, records, merchandise handling, storage, inventory, sanitation, guest service, scheduling, compliance, and staff performance. The manager consults with the Store Manager on department operations and planning, and is responsible for training staff and developing high-potential employees.

Requirements

• Friendly, outgoing personality.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. regularly and 25 lbs. constantly.
• Ability to read and understand information and direction.
• Knowledge of produce operations.
• Ability to supervise people, including training and development.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Effective communication and guest service skills.
• Ability to bend, kneel, and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Follow the weekly company sales program to attain maximum sales volume.
• Achieve budgeted gross profit figures established by the Produce Merchandising Department.
• Prepare produce records required by the Accounting and Merchandising Departments.
• Follow company policies for weighing, pricing, packaging, and displaying merchandise.
• Unload trucks and maintain backroom storage.
• Maintain coolers and freezers to standard.
• Control inventory.
• Reinforce sanitation, safe food handling, security, safety, and company guidelines.
• Assist guests and maintain good guest relations.
• Consult with the Store Manager to review department operations, advanced planning, and scheduling to ensure company objectives are met.
• Schedule the department.
• Ensure the department complies with company standards, as measured by ALI audits.
• Set performance expectations for direct reports, hold them accountable for productivity goals, and review performance with ongoing feedback and annual appraisals.
• Teach and train departmental staff.
• Build a talent-planning bench for the department, including developing and executing development plans for high-potential and promotable individuals.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Paid time off
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 100% company-funded pension
• 401(k)

What This Job Offers

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