Produce Lead: Fresh Merchandising & Team Training

Chedraui USA; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Chedraui USA is seeking an experienced Full-Time Produce Lead for the 431 Salinas location. The role reports to the Store Manager and focuses on implementing produce sales and merchandising programs while maintaining high standards of freshness and cleanliness during all hours, including weekends.

You will work closely with the Perishables Manager to ensure proper staffing and training in the produce department, and your performance will be measured by sales, gross margin, shrink control, and

Qualifications

• Three years of related store operations experience; two years in a role with primary produce dept responsibility.
• Experience merchandising a produce department is highly desirable.
• Completion of S&F Produce/Perishables classes is required or highly desirable.
• Retail Management Certificate is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Present the produce assortment and adjust displays based on size, display capabilities and product mix.
• Provide hands-on training for associates in the perishable section (display techniques, rotation, displays, ordering).
• Assess incoming product quality and escalate if it does not meet company standards.
• Evaluate in-store displays/fixtures and coordinate improvements with Perishables Manager or regional Perishables Specialist.
• Set up the produce section and ensure adherence to company perishable merchandise programs.
• Place store produce orders based on marketing plan, seasonality, customer mix and historical performance.

Skills

Strong communication

Basic PC skills

Move/ lift 60 pounds

Education

S&F Produce/Perishables classes

Retail Management Certificate

Tools

Outlook

Job description

Chedraui USA is seeking an experienced Full-Time Produce Lead for the 431 Salinas location. The role reports to the Store Manager and focuses on implementing produce sales and merchandising programs while maintaining high standards of freshness and cleanliness during all hours, including weekends.

You will work closely with the Perishables Manager to ensure proper staffing and training in the produce department, and your performance will be measured by sales, gross margin, shrink control, and