Produce Manager

Produce Manager

Location: Elkin - Store 115: 2095 N. Bridge St. Elkin NC 28621

Ingles Markets has a place for everyone! Ingles began in 1963 as a single supermarket and has since grown into a regional grocery store chain with just under 200 retail locations operating in 6 southeastern states, a 1.6-million-square foot distribution center, two truck fleets, and a milk processing plant. Find your path - growth opportunities abound, and Ingles loves to promote from within! At Ingles, we work as a team to provide our customers with a warm, hometown shopping experience - and your role is essential to making that happen. While all associates share a variety of responsibilities, our greatest pride comes from greeting customers with a smile and offering helpful service. Join a company that values leadership, safety, and customer satisfaction. Ingles is committed to your growth, offering training, development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. If you're ready to advance your career in retail management, we'd love to hear from you!

The Produce Manager is responsible for effective overall operation of the Produce Department to achieve sales and profit goals established for the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet customers within 10 feet and respond to questions promptly.
• Provide accurate product information and recommendations.
• Develop merchandising plans with leadership and set department goals.
• Create weekly schedules to ensure coverage.
• Receive, price and restock merchandise, maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Verify deliveries against invoices for quality, quantity, and condition.
• Manage inventory for freshness, product rotation, and profitability.
• Handle damaged or spoiled goods per company policy.
• Train department staff on store methods and standards.
• Maintain accurate records for invoices, price changes, spoilage, and in-store use.
• Implement space management plans based on product movement and demand.
• Keep products stocked, faced, and visually appealing; maintain wet racks.
• Ensure correct pricing for packaged products, including allowances for tare weight.
• Inspect displays regularly, removing damaged or expired items.
• Rotate perishable merchandise and pull out-of-code products.
• Maintain clear communication within the store and organization.
• Ensure compliance with weights, measures, and labeling laws.
• Differentiate between produce varieties by taste, preparation, and price.
• Monitor the area for hazards and maintain a safe environment.
• Adhere to scheduled hours and perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Exceptional customer service skills. Previous supervisory experience is preferred. SERV Safe Certification is preferred. Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing needs especially during times of high volume and/or stress. Must be able to read and do simple math problems. Wants to be part of a team in a fast-paced environment. 18 years of age or older.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• 401(k) with company matching
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid holiday, vacation, and sick leave (FT only)
• Paid bereavement and jury duty leave (FT only)
• Company paid life insurance (FT only)
• Scholarship program for High School Seniors