Produce Manager

Albertsons • Albuquerque, NM

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About The Position

The Produce Department Manager oversees daily produce operations, with responsibility for freshness, quality, presentation, customer service, sales, merchandising, and inventory control. The role is hands-on and fast-paced, involving leadership of produce associates and ensuring customers can find fresh, high-quality produce. The manager sets department quality standards, supports and develops associates, and helps drive department performance.

Requirements

• Strong customer-service mindset with attention to freshness and detail.
• Effective leadership, communication, and coaching skills.
• Strong organization, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Knowledge of produce merchandising and freshness execution.
• Knowledge of inventory management, ordering, and shrink control.
• Knowledge of labor planning, scheduling, and associate supervision.
• Knowledge of food-safety, sanitation, and compliance execution.
• Knowledge of produce handling, rotation, and freshness standards.
• Knowledge of retail merchandising and promotional execution.
• Knowledge of store systems and inventory tools.
• Ability to review sales, shrink, and inventory data to drive results.
• Ability to train and develop associates.
• Ability to lift, move, and stack product and work in coolers and refrigerated environments.
• Reliable attendance and compliance with company policies, food-safety standards, and the Code of Business Conduct.
• Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Produce Department, focusing on freshness, quality, and customer service.
• Deliver knowledgeable, friendly service and ensure associates demonstrate strong product knowledge.
• Execute corporate merchandising programs, planograms, seasonal sets, and promotional displays.
• Maintain full, fresh, clean, and visually appealing produce displays.
• Manage product rotation, remove damaged or unsellable items, and maintain freshness standards.
• Order, receive, inspect, and store product in accordance with food-safety and rotation guidelines.
• Manage shrink through inventory controls, root-cause identification, and waste-reduction strategies.
• Build and manage labor schedules aligned with business needs.
• Train, coach, and develop produce associates while maintaining a positive team environment.
• Ensure compliance with food-safety, sanitation, safety, and company operational standards.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Associate discounts.
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick pay.
• Training, career growth, and development.
• Inclusive work environment with colleagues who reflect the communities served.

What This Job Offers

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