Produce Manager

ZippyApp - Recruitment Marketing; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ZippyApp - Recruitment Marketing is looking for a Produce Department Manager in Birmingham, Alabama. This role involves overseeing all operations in the produce department, ensuring high-quality products, exceptional service, and efficient team performance.

The ideal candidate will manage inventory, ensure food safety compliance, and drive sales while leading a dedicated team. Strong leadership and inventory management skills are essential to succeed in this position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing a produce department or similar retail environment.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to foster a collaborative team atmosphere.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the produce department.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage stock rotation.
• Train and supervise department staff.

Skills

Inventory Management

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Food Safety Compliance

Sales Strategy Development

Job description

The Produce Department Manager oversees all operations of the produce department, ensuring high-quality fresh fruits and vegetables, exceptional customer service, and efficient team performance. This role is responsible for managing inventory, ensuring food safety compliance, driving sales, and leading a team to meet department goals while maintaining an appealing and well-stocked department.

Key Responsibilities

• Department Operations: Oversee daily operations, including receiving, inspecting, stocking, ordering, and merchandising produce to ensure freshness, quality, and attractive displays.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, order produce and supplies, manage stock rotation, and minimize waste to maintain freshness and reduce shrink.
• Team Leadership: Train, schedule, and supervise department staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Customer Service: Address customer inquiries, resolve complaints, and provide product knowledge to enhance the shopping experience.
• Food Safety & Compliance: Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations, including HACCP, FDA, and local health department standards.
• Sales & Profitability: Develop strategies to increase department sales, meet financial targets, and implement promotional displays to drive customer engagement.
• Quality Control: Maintain high standards for produce quality, freshness, and presentation in display areas and storage spaces.
• Budget Management: Manage department budget, control labor costs, and optimize operational efficiency.
• Collaboration: Work closely with store management and other departments to align on store goals, promotions, and operational needs.