Produce Manager Full Time

Meijer Inc.; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Team member discount

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Fresh Thyme Market in Naperville, IL is seeking a Produce Department Manager to oversee staff, sales, margin, and labor while assisting customers with product selection.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and at least 5 years in grocery retail, preferably in Produce, with strong customer service, leadership, and analytical skills; knowledge of MS Office is a plus. This role offers scheduling flexibility and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency degree.
• Minimum 5 years professional experience.
• Preferred 3-5 years grocery retail experience in Produce.
• Previous experience in a natural foods industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepares weekly sales and labor projections for the Produce Department.
• Monitors costs, inventory, shrink, and ad displays.
• Manages Produce Department staff, scheduling, and performance reviews.
• Oversees shift operations and department scheduling approvals.
• Ensures flyers are in stock and ad items are available for processing.
• Stocks, trims, and maintains produce presentation and pricing accuracy.
• Maintains clean aisles and work areas and ensures safety compliance.
• Responds to customer inquiries and assists with purchases.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Communication skills

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Education

High school diploma or equivalency degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

If you’re someone who has a genuine desire to help people live better and healthier lives, join us as we work to be a trusted resource in our communities, offering real people, real food at real affordable prices across the Midwest. If you are ready to immerse yourself in an environment, that helps shoppers naturally, intuitively, and enjoyably find real, honest, affordable goodness to meet them wherever they are on their wellness journey, we’d like to hear from you. Join us to begin YOUR journey and be a part of the Fresh Thyme Market Team! Fresh Thyme Rewards Weekly pay Scheduling flexibility Paid parental leave Team member discount Career growth opportunities All positions at Fresh Thyme Farmers Market are required to execute their daily job responsibilities in addition to focusing on sales and customer service. It is the expectation of each employee to maintain a positive attitude and a willingness to be a team player. The Produce Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the Produce Department including staff, sales, margin, and labor. They are required to assist customers as needed and maintain a friendly, energetic demeanor. This position requires adhering to all procedural guidelines set by the Produce Department.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares the weekly sales and labor projections for the Produce Department in order to maximize sales and profits; ensures department operations are within the labor percent allowed.
• Monitors and controls all costs and expenses; includes maintaining proper ordering and inventory control, ensuring proper weighing procedures, controlling shrink, and monitoring ad displays.
• Manages the Produce Department staff including hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, and initiating required performance reviews; ensures staff is trained on all policies and procedures.
• Oversees shift operations including writing and/or approving Department work schedules.
• Ensures weekly flyer ads are in stock and ready for sale during business hours and that product for upcoming ads are ordered, in stock, and available for processing.
• Stocks and trims produce department; includes presentation of product, maintaining product levels, and organizing vegetables and produce as set by the Produce Department schematics as well as ensuring tag and pricing accuracy.
• Ensures cleanliness of produce aisles, storage area, and work area for safety; includes cleaning of shelves and products, keeping floors free of liquid spills or water, removing hazardous debris from floor and sweeping.
• Responds positively to customer’s inquiries and assists customers with purchases, information and product selection; requires selling and cross selling of products.
• Receives, inspects, and logs products for accuracy of shipment, temperature, and quality.
• Monitors the rotation of all produce products paying particular attention to expired stock and discarding outdated or spoiled items.
• Logs invoices daily and balances the produce general ledger and financial statements.
• Oversees pre-inventory preparation; includes thorough back stocking and assuring tags match products.
• Manages department inventory control ensuring no out of stocks and/or over-stocks.
• Stocks, cleans, and maintains proper temperatures for wet racks.
• Sustains a high level of product knowledge and product preparation.
• Walks department regularly to ensure an organized, sanitary, and overall clean appearance at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalency degree.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years professional experience.
• Preferred 3-5 years grocery retail experience in Produce department processes and procedures.
• Previous experience in a natural foods industry is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must maintain the highest level of customer service at all times.
• Ability to adapt to the ever changing high volume retail while working in a cross-functional team environment.
• Must have the capacity to take initiative when problems arise.
• Flexibility to adapt in a variety of situations.
• Must have advanced attention to detail with the capability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written communication and documentation skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills for dealing cross functionally with peers and senior management.
• Must have knowledge with MS Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to multitask and have excellent organizational skills is essential.
• Must be able to lead, support, and contribute to team goals.
• Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates.
• Must be familiar with Health Department guidelines and regulations as they pertain to a grocery retail environment.
• Must have advanced knowledge of math, weights, and measures.
• Demonstrate ability to analyze and interpret Company financial statements and results.
• Must have the ability to push and pull fully loaded hand trucks and use box cutters.
• Must understand proper handling, preparation, seasonality, and appropriate shelf life of products.

Job Function Analysis

Physical Demands

• Sit Rarely 1–2 hours
• Stand Continuously 1–8 hours
• Walk Continuously 2–8 hours
• Drive Frequently 2-4 hours
• Balance Frequently 34–66%
• Bend Occasionally 1–33%
• Climb (2–6 ft) Occasionally 1–33%
• Crawl Occasionally 1–33%
• Crouch/Squat Occasionally 1–33%
• Kneel Occasionally 1–33%
• Reach (forward & overhead) Frequently 34–66%
• Twist (45 degrees at waist) Occasionally 1–33%

Lifting/Carrying

• 0–10 lbs. Occasionally 1–33%
• 11–25 lbs. Occasionally 1–33%
• 26–50 lbs. Occasionally 1–33%
• 51–100 lbs. Never 0%

Repetitive Motion Right & Left Grasping

• Frequently 34–66%

Fine Manipulation

• Occasionally 1–33%

Pushing and Pulling

• Occasionally 1–33%

Lower extremities

• Never 0%

Environmental Conditions: Some extreme temperatures are possible. Some ventilation and exhaust fans.

The pay range for this position is listed below. The actual rate offered will meet or surpass the legal wage requirement for the job's location. $20.50 - $30.05 This pay range represents the minimum and maximum base pay for the position, which is determined by factors such as market data, the qualifications required, the level of responsibilities associated with the role and other roles at this same level. Specific pay rates will be within this range and based on your experience, qualifications, and skills compared to the internal team of this role. Compensation for this position also includes incentive bonus opportunities that may vary based on individual and company performance. Specific details will be discussed during the hiring process.

Benefits

Not only do we offer a comprehensive benefits package for our full-time team members that includes medical, dental, and life insurance, but we also offer a variety of programs designed to support our part-time members as well. ALL Fresh Thyme team members enjoy paid parental leave, our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, and our 401(k) plan with an employer match. We are dedicated to creating a work environment that promotes work-life balance, long-term health and financial security, and continuous professional development. Come Thrive with us!

A MISSION WE CAN ALL BELIEVE IN!

We have a simple mission at Fresh Thyme – to improve the way our communities eat by offering fresh and healthy food at great values. We call it REAL FOOD AT REAL AFFORDABLE PRICES. We continue our commitment to offer more items that are fresh, organic and free from not-so-healthy ingredients – food you feel good about with no artificial sweeteners, preservatives, colors or flavors. We believe in meeting our customers wherever they are on their journey toward healthier eating and total wellness with a selection of products that accommodates all diets and food restrictions. While our assortment of better-for-you products is amazing, the most important thing we offer is an even more amazing shopping experience – brought to you by our friendly team members.