Produce Buyer & Merchandising Specialist

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Store discount

Job summary

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P. is seeking a Produce Team Member with strong knowledge of produce, merchandising skills, and a focus on customer service. You will assist with buying, stocking, and inventory control while delivering high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy in orders, and adherence to safety/quality standards. A positive attitude and flexibility for shifts help support the Produce team and store success.

Qualifications

• 12+ months retail experience.
• Strong basic math skills.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures; effective time management and organization.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Purchases and replenishes produce through proper buying procedures.
• Monitors and acts upon open PO reports for purchases and credits.
• Controls spoilage and shrink, achieves turn goals, participates in inventory.
• Completes spoilage, sampling, temperature, and sweep worksheets as required.
• Maximizes sales potential through stocking and merchandising procedures.
• Ensures orders for product are timely and accurate to monitor inventory turns.
• Oversees customer special order procedure.
• Maintains financial profitability by meeting purchasing and sales targets.

Skills

Produce knowledge

Customer service

Merchandising

Inventory management

Time management

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Ordering systems

Job description

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P. is seeking a Produce Team Member with strong knowledge of produce, merchandising skills, and a focus on customer service. You will assist with buying, stocking, and inventory control while delivering high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy in orders, and adherence to safety/quality standards. A positive attitude and flexibility for shifts help support the Produce team and store success.