Assistant Produce Manager

Assistant Produce Manager

The Assistant Produce Manager supports the Produce Manager in leading all aspects of Produce Department operations. This position is responsible for helping drive sales, ensuring exceptional product quality, maintaining department conditions, controlling inventory and shrink, and delivering outstanding customer service. The Assistant Produce Manager assists with supervising associates, executing merchandising plans, and maintaining food safety standards while supporting overall store goals and profitability.

Department Operations

• Assist in overseeing daily Produce Department operations.
• Ensure displays are attractive, well-stocked, and maintained according to company merchandising standards.
• Monitor product quality, freshness, rotation, and dating to maximize customer satisfaction and minimize shrink.
• Assist with ordering, receiving, inventory management, and stock replenishment.
• Maintain accurate pricing, signage, and promotional execution throughout the department.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and presentation of all produce products.

Customer Service

• Deliver exceptional customer service by greeting and assisting customers promptly.
• Provide product knowledge, preparation suggestions, and recommendations.
• Resolve customer concerns professionally and in a timely manner.
• Promote a positive shopping experience that drives customer loyalty and repeat business.

Leadership & Team Development

• Assist with training, coaching, and developing Produce associates.
• Help assign daily duties and monitor task completion.
• Promote a positive, productive, and customer-focused work environment.
• Support department leadership in achieving operational goals.
• Assume department leadership responsibilities in the Produce Manager's absence.

Food Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Monitor proper temperature controls, storage conditions, and handling procedures.
• Maintain department cleanliness and safety standards.
• Follow company policies regarding food safety, workplace safety, and regulatory compliance.

Financial Performance

• Support department sales, gross profit, and labor objectives.
• Monitor inventory levels to reduce out-of-stocks and excess inventory.
• Assist with shrink control through proper ordering, rotation, and product handling practices.
• Support promotional activities and merchandising strategies that drive sales growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous produce, grocery, retail, or food industry experience required.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of produce handling, merchandising, and inventory management preferred.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic mathematical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work in refrigerated environments and varying temperatures.
• Ability to push, pull, and maneuver carts, pallets, and merchandise.
• Flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Success Factors

• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Commitment to excellent customer service.
• Attention to detail and product quality.
• Effective communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and results-oriented.

About Us

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey! Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw's, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson's Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico's Community Markets, King's, Balducci's, and Albertson's Market Street. Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company's success. Bring your flavor Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process. Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io(option #4).