Fruit & Veg Manager: Lead Fresh Produce & Growth

Tucker Fresh IGA; Perth; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration with bonus

GoRewards points at Tucker Fresh IGA

Car salary packaging options

Career development and training

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Milestone recognition and team Celebr-

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

Tucker Fresh IGA in Perth seeks an experienced Fruit & Veg Manager to lead daily operations of the fresh produce department, driving sales, stock management and customer service excellence. This role requires a hands-on leader who can manage teams, inventories and merchandising to deliver outstanding shopping experiences.

The successful candidate will bring proven F&V or fresh produce leadership, knowledge of quality control, ordering and presentation, plus a proactive approach to safety and

Qualifications

• Experience managing a supermarket Fruit & Veg or fresh produce department.
• Strong knowledge of produce quality, seasonal availability, ordering, stock rotation and merchandising.
• Ability to manage sales, gross profit, wages, stock loss and waste.
• Experience leading, coaching and developing a team, including rostering and performance management.
• Hands-on, well-organised and passionate about fresh food and customer service.
• Ability to work under pressure and autonomously or in a team.
• Current National Police Clearance or the ability to obtain one prior to commencement.
• Experience working within an independent supermarket, particularly IGA, would be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop your team: Build a positive, accountable team that delivers on our promise that “every local is loved.”
• Own department performance: Drive sales, manage gross profit and control wages, stock levels and operating costs.
• Deliver exceptional fresh produce: Maintain outstanding quality, freshness, availability, rotation and presentation standards.
• Manage stock and reduce waste: Oversee ordering, replenishment, supplier relationships, stock control and shrinkage to maximise profitability.
• Create a great customer experience: Understand customer needs, respond to feedback and deliver a fresh produce offer that keeps locals coming back.
• Ensure the department operates safely and complies with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
• About you: we are looking for a leader who combines strong produce knowledge with the commercial skills to run a successful supermarket department.
• Ideally, you’ll bring: Previous experience managing a supermarket Fruit & Veg or fresh produce department.
• Strong knowledge of produce quality, seasonal availability, ordering, stock rotation and merchandising.
• Proven ability to manage sales, gross profit, wages, stock loss and waste.
• Experience leading, coaching and developing a team, including rostering and performance management.
• A hands-on approach, strong organisation and a genuine passion for fresh food and customer service.
• The ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks and work both autonomously and as part of a team.
• A current National Police Clearance, or the ability to obtain one prior to commencement.
• Experience working within an independent supermarket, particularly IGA, would be highly regarded.

Skills

Produce knowledge

Team leadership

Merchandising

Inventory management

Job description

Tucker Fresh IGA in Perth seeks an experienced Fruit & Veg Manager to lead daily operations of the fresh produce department, driving sales, stock management and customer service excellence. This role requires a hands-on leader who can manage teams, inventories and merchandising to deliver outstanding shopping experiences.

The successful candidate will bring proven F&V or fresh produce leadership, knowledge of quality control, ordering and presentation, plus a proactive approach to safety and