Produce Manager

Uncle Gs Management Corp.; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

50% lunch discount

25% employee discount on purchases

Job summary

Uncle Gs Management Corp. is seeking an experienced Produce Manager to lead our Produce Department, with a passion for fresh, high-quality products and a focus on customer experience.

This hands-on role oversees daily operations, staff training, inventory control, supplier relations, pricing and quality standards, while driving sales and waste reduction in a fast-paced grocery environment. You will mentor team members, implement merchandising plans, and maintain strict food safety practices to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3+ years of Produce Management experience in retail grocery or supermarket.
• Strong leadership with ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Knowledge of fresh produce, seasonal pricing, handling practices, and quality standards.
• Excellent communication, organization, merchandising, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the Produce Department with focus on workflow and product presentation.
• Recruit, train, coach, and supervise department associates to maintain a high-performing team.
• Manage inventory, stock levels, orders, and shrink while meeting customer demand.
• Build relationships with suppliers, negotiate pricing and delivery schedules.
• Ensure produce meets quality standards, freshness expectations, and merchandising guidelines.
• Analyze sales, expenses, and inventory to identify opportunities for growth and improvements.
• Maintain compliance with food safety standards and sanitation procedures.
• Deliver exceptional customer service through a clean, well-stocked shopping environment.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Produce knowledge

Leadership

Team development

Communication

Merchandising

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Our gourmet marketplace is seeking an experienced and motivated Produce Manager to lead our Produce Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on leader who is passionate about fresh, high-quality products, team development, and delivering an outstanding customer experience. The Produce Manager will oversee all daily department operations, ensuring product quality, inventory accuracy, merchandising excellence, and financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the Produce Department, ensuring efficient workflow and exceptional product presentation.
• Recruit, train, coach, and supervise department associates to maintain a high-performing team.
• Manage inventory by monitoring stock levels, placing orders, and minimizing shrink while meeting customer demand.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating pricing, delivery schedules, and product return agreements.
• Ensure all produce meets company quality standards, freshness expectations, and merchandising guidelines.
• Analyze sales performance, department expenses, and inventory reports to identify opportunities for growth and operational improvements.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and sanitation procedures.
• Deliver exceptional customer service by creating a clean, organized, and well‑stocked shopping environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years of Produce Management experience in a retail grocery or supermarket environment.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage, motivate, and develop a team.
• Strong knowledge of fresh produce, including quality standards, seasonality, market pricing, and handling practices.
• Excellent communication, organizational, merchandising, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced retail environment.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• 50% discount on in‑store lunch
• 25% employee discount on in‑store purchases
• Additional employee benefits and perks

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, reach, lift, pull, and stoop throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds regularly and heavier items with assistance when necessary.
• Work in a retail environment with exposure to refrigeration units, coolers, and varying temperatures.
• May work around moving equipment, machinery, cleaning chemicals, and other standard grocery store equipment.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment where moderate noise levels are common.