Produce Manager

The MarketPlace, Inc.; Independence (KS); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The MarketPlace Ltd. is seeking an experienced Produce Manager to lead our produce department and deliver a top-quality shopping experience.

This hands-on leader will oversee daily operations, including staff supervision, inventory, merchandising, and adherence to policies. You will be responsible for maintaining freshness, proper rotation, and code date accuracy, while providing friendly customer service and ensuring health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in retail produce management.
• Strong leadership with drive, determination and sound decision-making.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal/communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of produce handling, merchandising and PLU labeling.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized and efficient department.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, schedule and motivate produce associates; ensure performance and policy compliance.
• Manage inventory, ordering, receiving and record keeping.
• Maintain high merchandising standards, rotation and code date accuracy.
• Ensure fresh, well-stocked displays that drive sales and meet profit goals.
• Provide friendly customer service including assisting customers and preparing fruit baskets.
• Uphold health, sanitation and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Produce knowledge

Multitasking

Job description

We are seeking an experienced, motivated Produce Manager to lead our produce department and ensure a top-quality shopping experience for our customers. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with strong organizational skills, excellent product knowledge, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of freshness, merchandising, and customer service.

Position Summary

The Produce Manager oversees all daily operations of the produce department, including staff supervision, inventory management, product merchandising, equipment operation, and adherence to company policies. This position requires a five and a half-day work week, including Saturdays and Sundays, with occasional long shifts

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee, schedule, and motivate produce associates; ensure performance and compliance with company policies
• Manage inventory, ordering, receiving, and accurate record keeping
• Maintain high merchandising standards, proper rotation, and code date accuracy
• Ensure fresh, well-stocked displays that drive sales and meet profit goals
• Provide friendly, helpful customer service, including assisting customers and preparing fruit baskets
• Uphold all health, sanitation, and safety standards

Requirements:

• Minimum of two (2) years of previous experience in retail produce management
• Highly effective leader with drive, determination and sound decision-making skills
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of produce handling, merchandising, and PLU labeling
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient department
• Availability to work a five and a half-day work week, including weekends and some public holidays

Closing date: September 22, 2026

The MarketPlace Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer