Lead Produce Department Manager

Baker; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Kroger in Omaha, NE seeks an experienced Produce Department Manager to lead staff, optimize merchandising, and ensure top customer service. You will oversee pricing, inventory, and daily operations within the department, coordinating with store leadership to meet safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include staff planning, training, and implementing company initiatives while maintaining a courteous, professional team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in department operations management.
• Ability to train and indoctrinate staff.
• Strong reading of scales and prices.
• Ability to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Proven integrity and dependability.

Responsibilities

• Develop maximum customer relations by department personnel through personal example of friendliness and courtesy.
• Direct the receiving, storing, pricing, and merchandising of all produce products.
• Plan, organize, direct, and control activities of the produce department.
• Maintain clean and orderly areas and proper disposal of waste.
• Handle staffing decisions including hiring, firing, and evaluations.
• Promote company initiatives and process improvements to staff.
• Be prompt, tactful, and professional in interactions with customers and colleagues.
• Manage schedules for full and part-time employees for efficiency.

Skills

People management

Merchandising

Customer service

Communication

Inventory management

Scheduling

Tools

POS system

Computer

Job description

Kroger in Omaha, NE seeks an experienced Produce Department Manager to lead staff, optimize merchandising, and ensure top customer service. You will oversee pricing, inventory, and daily operations within the department, coordinating with store leadership to meet safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include staff planning, training, and implementing company initiatives while maintaining a courteous, professional team environment.