Produce Purchasing & Merchandising Specialist

Whole Foods Market; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Store discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Whole Foods Market is seeking a Produce Team Member to purchase, replenish, and merchandise produce while upholding health, safety, and company standards. You will assist in inventory, promotions, and effective stocking with a focus on customer service.

The role requires 12+ months retail experience, the ability to lift 50 pounds, and a flexible schedule including nights and weekends. You will collaborate with team members to maintain quality and accuracy in all tasks.

Qualifications

• 12+ months retail experience.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Purchases and replenishes produce through proper buying procedures.
• Monitors and acts upon open PO reports for purchases and credits.
• Controls spoilage and shrink, achieves turn goals, participates in inventory.
• Completes spoilage, sampling, temperature, and sweep worksheets.
• Maximizes sales potential through stocking and merchandising; ensures timely orders.
• Maintains cleanliness and price accuracy; supports inventory.
• Provides excellent customer service and assists team members.

Skills

Produce knowledge

Math skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Product knowledge

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Ordering systems

Job description

Whole Foods Market is seeking a Produce Team Member to purchase, replenish, and merchandise produce while upholding health, safety, and company standards. You will assist in inventory, promotions, and effective stocking with a focus on customer service.

The role requires 12+ months retail experience, the ability to lift 50 pounds, and a flexible schedule including nights and weekends. You will collaborate with team members to maintain quality and accuracy in all tasks.