Produce Department Leader

The Kroger Co.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kroger Co. is seeking a Produce Department Supervisor in Roanoke, VA to lead operations, supervise staff, and ensure high standards in merchandising, pricing, and customer service.

You will oversee scheduling, training, and daily workflow to maximize department performance. Ideal candidates bring strong people management and communication skills, plus the ability to make quick, informed decisions in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Understanding of all key components of department operations (i.e. Managing people, merchandising, computer-assisted ordering, inventory management, shrink control, customer services, labor scheduling, expense control).
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to make intelligent decisions quickly.
• Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers.

Responsibilities

• Develop maximum customer relations by produce department personnel through personal example of friendliness and courtesy, and implementation of all company polices.
• Be alert and assist in store security.
• Be perceptive and handle customer complaints.
• Direct the receiving, storing, pricing, and merchandising of all produce products.
• Plan, organize, direct, and control the activities of the produce department, and may take charge of the store operation in the absence of the store manager.

Skills

People management

Communication skills

Decision making

Stress management

Job description

The Kroger Co. is seeking a Produce Department Supervisor in Roanoke, VA to lead operations, supervise staff, and ensure high standards in merchandising, pricing, and customer service.

You will oversee scheduling, training, and daily workflow to maximize department performance. Ideal candidates bring strong people management and communication skills, plus the ability to make quick, informed decisions in a fast-paced retail environment.