Produce Lead: Freshness & Inventory Champion

BJ's Wholesale Club, Inc.; Salem (NH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Free BJ’s Membership

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

BJ’s Wholesale Club is seeking a Produce Lead to oversee the Produce Department operations, ensuring product quality and freshness while optimizing inventory. The role emphasizes adherence to food safety standards and efficient replenishment, without direct supervisory duties.

A valid ServSafe Food Safety Certification is required and BJ’s covers related costs. The position focuses on maintaining standards, improving processes, and delivering a premium member experience in a fast-paced club

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in produce operations, grocery retail, or food handling.
• Strong knowledge of produce handling, quality standards, and food safety guidelines.
• Ability to analyze data and identify process improvements to optimize efficiency.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Word, Excel, Email).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must maintain all training and required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead Produce Department Operations: Maintain produce freshness by executing regular culling and rotation, ensuring all products meet company quality standards.
• Manage Inventory Proactively: Ensure proper product availability by monitoring inventory levels and executing timely replenishment to maintain in-stock conditions.
• Demonstrates Full Proficiency: Execute operational functions of the department, including the ability to inspect, rotate, cull, and merchandise fresh produce to company standards.
• Accurate Item Labeling: Ensure all items are accurately priced, labeled, and in compliance with company policies.
• Analyze Production and Sales: Track and analyze sales, waste, and shrink data to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction.
• Sanitation and Safety Compliance: Maintain compliance with all sanitation, safety, and food handling regulations, including ServSafe guidelines, while ensuring the cleanliness and proper maintenance of meat equipment such as slicers, ovens, and refrigeration units.
• Seasonal Promotional Execution: Assist in the execution of promotional plans and merchandising directives.
• Report Operational Concerns: Escalate operational concerns and equipment maintenance needs to management as necessary.
• Execute proper product rotation: Apply FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation procedures to reduce waste and maintain optimal product quality.
• Routine Case Inspections: Conduct daily inspections of produce cases, coolers, and freezers to ensure optimal conditions and compliance with food safety standards.
• Receiving and Inspection: Assist with receiving and inspecting meat shipments to verify accuracy.
• Sanitation and Safety Compliance: Maintain and operate produce department equipment, ensuring regular cleaning and maintenance to extend the longevity of tools and machinery.
• Inventory Audit Support: Support inventory audits and reconciliation efforts to minimize shrink and maintain accurate records.
• Stocking Strategy Optimization: Develop and maintain a strong understanding of product movement, seasonal trends, and Member purchasing habits to optimize stocking strategies.
• Product Quality Assurance: Monitor product freshness and conduct quality checks to uphold company standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned: Provide additional support across departments as needed.
• Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance: Demonstrate consistent presence to support operations, provide leadership coverage, and ensure smooth club execution.

Skills

Produce operations

Grocery retail

Food handling

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Email

Job description

BJ’s Wholesale Club is seeking a Produce Lead to oversee the Produce Department operations, ensuring product quality and freshness while optimizing inventory. The role emphasizes adherence to food safety standards and efficient replenishment, without direct supervisory duties.

A valid ServSafe Food Safety Certification is required and BJ’s covers related costs. The position focuses on maintaining standards, improving processes, and delivering a premium member experience in a fast-paced club