Produce Manager

Landed; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off organic meals daily

20% off in-store purchases

401k with 4% match

Paid Vacation

Health Benefits

Bonuses and sales rewards

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Erewhon Market in Los Angeles is seeking a Produce Department lead to oversee inventory, ordering, merchandising, and team supervision. You will ensure exceptional customer service while managing department goals and cost controls.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in produce or grocery, leadership experience, and a preference for bilingual English/Spanish. Earn competitive hourly pay, meal discounts, health benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in produce, grocery, or inventory management.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example to greet and assist customers and address questions or concerns.
• Oversee department inventory with weekly sales reports and accurate ordering to meet demand and profit goals.
• Partner with Store Manager on hiring, coaching, and supervision of Produce Department staff.
• Develop and execute localized merchandising plans, including displays for new, seasonal, and promotional items.
• Ensure timely and accurate ordering to minimize spoilage, shrink, and out-of-stocks.
• Create staff schedules, oversee training, recognize strong performance, and delegate tasks.
• Control expenses by improving efficiency, managing labor costs and reducing losses.
• Stay informed on seasonal produce availability and trends influencing demand.
• Ensure compliance with receiving procedures and proper product rotation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe department.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Inventory management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

Join the movement! Erewhon Market is helping shape the future of health and wellness, and we’re continuing to grow. Our culture is driven by passionate leaders, supportive teams, and a shared commitment to offering high-quality food and wellness products. With multiple locations and more on the way, there are plenty of opportunities to grow with us!

What we offer:

• $28 - $36 / hour (based on experience)
• 50% off organic meals daily
• 20% off in-store purchases
• 401k with 4% match, Paid Vacation, Health Benefits and much more
• Bonuses and sales rewards (for some departments)
• HUGE opportunities for career growth

What You Will Do:

• Lead by example in providing excellent customer service by greeting and assisting customers and addressing questions or concerns.
• Oversee department inventory by analyzing weekly sales reports and ensuring accurate ordering of product and supplies to meet customer demand and company gross profit goals.
• Partner with the Store Manager on hiring, performance evaluations, coaching, and overall supervision of Produce Department team members.
• Develop and execute localized merchandising plans, including setting up displays for new, seasonal, and promotional items.
• Ensure timely and accurate ordering to minimize spoilage, shrink, and out-of-stocks.
• Create employee schedules, oversee training, recognize strong performance, and delegate work assignments to ensure efficient department operations.
• Control department expenses by improving operational efficiency, managing labor costs, and reducing losses due to shrinkage and pilferage.
• Stay informed on seasonal produce availability, holiday-specific needs, and food and cooking trends that influence customer demand.
• Ensure compliance with all departmental procedures for receiving merchandise, including product inspection, pricing accuracy, freshness standards, and proper product rotation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe department through effective housekeeping standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring:

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in produce, grocery, or inventory management.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, but not required.

Erewhon Market is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, disability, history of disability or perceived disability, and per the Fair Chance Ordinance will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the ordinance.

To all recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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