Produce Department Manager

Walmart Canada; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Walmart Canada is seeking a Produce Department Manager in Saskatoon to lead produce associates and oversee department processes. You will manage inventory, merchandising, customer service, and SWAS operations to meet production targets and ensure high service levels.

The role involves recruiting and training staff, handling claims and returns, and ensuring safety and proper documentation. Willingness to work varied shifts is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 or older.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Receives merchandise and completes inventory documentation.
• Maintains sales floor presentation with stock rotation and signage accuracy.
• Leads recruitment, training, and development of Produce Associates.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Inventory management

Merchandising

Staff training

Job description

Position Summary

The Produce Department Manager at Walmart leads produce associates and oversees department processes to ensure high customer service and meet production targets. Responsibilities include receiving merchandise, maintaining sales floor presentation, recruiting and training staff, engaging with customers, managing inventory and merchandising programs, handling claims and returns, and completing necessary paperwork related to inventory and sales.

What You'll Do

Receiving and Inventory Documentation

Receives merchandise, operates equipment safely and appropriately, monitors equipment for repair needs, and completes required paperwork, logs, and documentation accurately.

Merchandising and Sales Floor Presentation

Maintains strong sales floor presentation by stocking and rotating merchandise, removing damaged or expired products, setting up and maintaining displays, and ensuring accurate signing and pricing.

Associate Leadership and Development

Participates in the recruitment, selection, training, and development of Produce Associates to support department performance and engagement.

Customer Service and Sales Support

Leads by example by greeting customers in a friendly and professional manner, assisting with product selection, locating merchandise, and promoting products and services to support purchase decisions.

Produce Store Within a Store (SWAS) Operations

Completes all aspects of Produce SWAS planning, participates in SWAS meetings, reviews reports related to food products, orders, and sales, and ensures appropriate inventory levels by executing merchandising and replenishment programs.

Claims, Shrink, and Safety Compliance

Ensures proper handling of claims and returns, secures merchandise, identifies high-shrink items, and maintains a safe work environment in accordance with Company policies and procedures.

Reporting and Administrative Support

Completes and maintains required documentation, including inventory tracking reports, throwaway records, invoices, and assignment notes.

Flexibility (Availability/Work Schedule)

• Be open to working a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs. Your adaptability helps ensure the store runs smoothly and customers receive consistent, high-quality service.

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES IN THIS ROLE

• Manages overnight hours effectively and planning accordingly to stay energized and focused.
• Effectively manages work hours and plans ahead to maintain energy and focus throughout the shift.
• Handles a fast-paced workload with efficiency, ensuring large volumes of restocking and recovery are completed accurately and on time.

Physical Demands

• Performs physical tasks such as standing for extended periods, bending, and lifting inventory, equipment, or supplies weighing up to 20 lbs., and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Performs repetitive tasks such as stocking, zoning, and organizing products with attention to detail and consistency to uphold store standards.

WHY YOU'LL ENJOY WORKING HERE

Energetic, Fast-Paced Environment

Thrive in a dynamic setting where every day brings something new.

Appreciation for Your Efforts

Your contributions are recognized and valued.

Career Growth Opportunities

Build your skills and advance your career with us.

Meaningful Impact

Take pride in helping customers save money and live better.

The minimum rate of pay for this position starts from $17.10.

Le taux horaire minimum pour ce poste débute à 17.10.

Minimum Qualifications

Age - 16 or older

Preferred Qualifications

Walmart will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants and associates as required by law.

Primary Location

1706 Preston Ave N, Saskatoon, SK S7N 4Y1, Canada

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