Produce Manager Sandersville

Piggly Wiggly Food For Less McDaniel Family Investments•Sandersville, GA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Produce Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the produce department at a retail grocery store. The role includes overseeing ordering, stocking, and pricing; managing staff; maintaining product quality and safety standards; and providing exceptional customer service. The manager also evaluates department operations, recommends improvements, supports merchandising and promotional programs, and communicates with store leadership about department performance and decisions.

Requirements

High school diploma.
At least one year of related produce experience.
Previous customer service experience in a grocery store, supermarket, or produce retail space.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
Good time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to function in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Understanding of the importance of handling allergen-containing products.
Ability to prioritize and handle several tasks at once.
Friendly, outgoing personality.
Ability to lift and carry up to 90 pounds throughout an assigned shift without assistance.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to climb and balance on a step stool or ladder.
Ability to stoop, kneel, and crouch.
Ability to sustain repetitive arm and hand motion.
Ability to work for extended periods under varied conditions and temperatures, both wet and dry.
Ability to work safely around kitchen machinery, packaging and bundling machinery, and sharp knives.

Nice To Haves

One year of managerial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyze profit and loss statements and recommend improvements to meet department standards.
Train staff in displaying and merchandising products.
Assist in developing promotional programs.
Work with department staff to improve efficiency and increase sales.
Assist with merchandising according to store owner or manager preferences and maintain shelf allocations to support product availability.
Evaluate department conditions and operations, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and relay findings to department managers and owners.
Maintain standards for safety, proper food handling, sanitation, and productivity.
Communicate with store leadership about problems, recommendations for change, plan effectiveness, and merchandising decisions.
Recommend appropriate shelf, case, and display conditions, including stocking, cleaning, straightening, hydrating, and rotating products.
Review and recommend appropriate cooler and storage conditions, including rotating and organizing product cases.
Assist in training employees to portion, present, and package merchandise according to customer requests while minimizing shrink and maximizing sales.
Develop and maintain an understanding of the products being sold or served.
Perform other related duties as assigned.