Produce Department Manager - Lead Freshness & Merchandising

United Supermarkets, LLC; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Associate discounts

Benefits package (Medical, Dental, 401

Time off for vacation/holidays

Training & career development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Albertsons Companies in Abilene, TX is seeking a Produce Department Manager to lead daily operations, ensuring freshness, quality, and strong customer service. You will drive sales through merchandising and inventory controls in a fast-paced, hands-on environment that directly impacts department performance.

The role emphasizes training and coaching of produce associates, adherence to food-safety standards, and collaboration with store leadership.

Qualifications

• Lead daily Produce Department operations with focus on freshness and presentation.
• Train and develop associates to deliver excellent customer service.
• Execute merchandising programs, planograms, and promotional displays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Produce Department with a focus on freshness, quality, and customer service
• Deliver knowledgeable, friendly service and ensure associates demonstrate strong product knowledge
• Execute corporate merchandising programs, planograms, seasonal sets, and promotional displays
• Maintain full, fresh, clean, and visually appealing produce displays at all times
• Manage product rotation, remove damaged or unsellable items, and maintain freshness standards
• Order, receive, inspect, and store product following food safety and rotation guidelines
• Manage shrink through inventory controls, root‑cause identification, and waste‑reduction strategies
• Build and manage labor schedules aligned with business needs
• Train, coach, and develop produce associates while maintaining a positive team environment
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, safety, and company operational standards
• Travel requirements: None
• Other requirements: Flexible availability including weekends and holidays; reliable attendance; compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and the Code of Business Conduct

Skills

Leadership

Merchandising

Inventory management

Customer service

Tools

Store systems

Job description

Albertsons Companies in Abilene, TX is seeking a Produce Department Manager to lead daily operations, ensuring freshness, quality, and strong customer service. You will drive sales through merchandising and inventory controls in a fast-paced, hands-on environment that directly impacts department performance.

The role emphasizes training and coaching of produce associates, adherence to food-safety standards, and collaboration with store leadership.