Produce Department Manager — Lead Fresh, Profitable Growth

The Save Mart Companies; Pinole (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Save Mart Companies in Pinole, CA are seeking a Produce Manager to lead the Produce Department. You will supervise staff, manage merchandising, and ensure product freshness and display integrity, while achieving financial targets.

You will train and develop associates, maintain safety standards, and coordinate with stores to deliver an exceptional shopping experience in our local market. This role emphasizes teamwork and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong customer service and suggestive selling abilities.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and math skills.
• Knowledge of department operations and financials.
• Familiarity with produce and floral products.
• Awareness of seasonal trends.

Responsibilities

• Provide customers with a remarkable shopping experience through training and accountability.
• Achieve department financials (sales, profit and loss, metrics) via best practices.
• Lead department staff with focus on accountability and performance.
• Develop department staff through coaching and performance reviews.
• Manage merchandising, back room, and inventory compliance.
• Order product and manage inventory using system tools.
• Analyze product performance to maximize sales and profitability.
• Ensure department cleanliness and safety compliance.
• Maintain price and sign integrity.
• Ensure produce products prepared per company guidelines.
• Responsible for store conditions and safety.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Customer service

Training

Education

One year of college

Job description

The Save Mart Companies in Pinole, CA are seeking a Produce Manager to lead the Produce Department. You will supervise staff, manage merchandising, and ensure product freshness and display integrity, while achieving financial targets.

You will train and develop associates, maintain safety standards, and coordinate with stores to deliver an exceptional shopping experience in our local market. This role emphasizes teamwork and operational excellence.