Produce Manager

Sobeys; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major Canadian grocery retailer seeks a Produce Manager for its Ottawa location. The role involves coaching and developing staff while managing department budgets and inventory. Candidates must have at least 18 months of retail experience, ideally in produce, and strong communication skills. The position offers a chance to enhance customer loyalty and contribute to a supportive work environment within the FreshCo branding.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Support for disability accommodation

Employee engagement initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months of retail store experience, preferably in produce.
• Experience in reading and analyzing financial reports.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage department budgets and achieve financial targets.
• Create a coaching culture for all store employees.
• Provide superior customer service to meet customer needs.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.

Skills

Retail store experience

Produce experience

Communication skills

Financial report analysis

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Requisition ID: 193205
Career Group: Store Management
Job Category: Retail - Produce
Travel Requirements: 0 - 10%
Job Type: Full-Time

Country: Canada (CA)
Province: Ontario
City: Ottawa
Location: 3886 Orleans FreshCo
Postal Code: K4A 0B4

Please note that this career opportunity is for a role at an independently owned and operated corporation (“Franchisee”) which is licensed to use the “FreshCo” trademark(s) by Sobeys Capital Incorporated (“Sobeys”). Applicants hired by a Franchisee will be employees of the Franchisee. No employment or similar relationship will be created between the applicant and Sobeys or its affiliates.

Ready to Make an impact?

The Produce Manager is responsible for coaching, motivating, and developing department staff to foster customer loyalty, fulfil customer needs and actively contribute to an environment of employee and customer engagement. They are fiscally responsible for the operation of the department and will manage budgets, labour costs, inventory control, product presentation and merchandising while adhering to all protocols, procedures, policies and other programs and initiatives.

People Leadership

• Create a coaching and development culture for all store employees that embraces a passion for food
• Demonstrate outstanding leadership while serving as a role model
• Manage direct reports including selection, orientation, training and development, performance management, succession planning and compensation
• Manage store operations and communicate requirements/changes to department employees as required

Customer Offering

• Create a shopping experience that engages customers in a way that enhances loyalty, sales and profit
• Demonstrate exceptional product knowledge, including awareness of product changes, promotions, and seasonal trends
• Order, receive, organize, rotate, merchandise and present products and stock in accordance with company standards
• Provide superior customer service to meet customer needs

Policy/ Regulatory Adherence

• Ensure all applicable company policies and procedures are communicated and adhered to by employees
• Ensure that Occupational Health & Safety, food safety, and other regulatory requirements and procedures are implemented and maintained
• Maintain a thorough understanding of all relevant company programs and attend training as required

Financial

• Manage the department budget and ensure the department achieves all financial targets and maximizes sales and margins, including appropriate sales forecasting, variance analysis and correction, and labour cost control

Personal/ Professional Development

• Thorough understanding of all relevant company programs; attend training as required
• Keeps abreast of local competitor activity, industry trends and makes recommendations on internal pricing, promotions, and product policies

Employee Engagement

• Act as the employer of choice by actively supporting an environment of employee engagement
• Initiate, support, participate and lead community and charitable events and activities

Other Duties

• Coordinate maintenance of department equipment and repairs
• Provide feedback for continuous improvement
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment as per Company requirements
• Other duties as required

What you have to offer:

• Minimum 18 months of retail store experience, produce experience preferred
• High School Diploma
• Full knowledge of total store and department operations
• Experience reading and analyzing financial reports, and experience in developing and adhering to budgets
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Above average communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

FreshCo and its franchise partners offer teammates competitive compensation packages that will vary by role, location and store ownership. Some websites share job opportunities and may provide salary estimates for general comparison, but these numbers are not provided by or monitored for accuracy by the store owner/operator.

We will consider factors such as your working location, work experience and skills as well as internal equity, and market conditions to ensure the selected candidate is paid fairly and competitively. We look forward to discussing the specific compensation details relevant to this role with candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process.

We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process.