Produce Manager

Job Title: Produce Manager

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who's not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that's constantly evolving.

This position supports stores throughout the Worcester, Massachusetts market and may be assigned to any Shaw's location within the region based on business needs.

We're looking for a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Produce Manager to lead our produce department with a passion for freshness, quality, and customer satisfaction. In this role, you'll be responsible for overseeing daily operationsordering and receiving shipments, maintaining vibrant displays, rotating stock, and ensuring every item meets our high standards. You'll lead and train a team, manage inventory, and create a clean, organized, and welcoming shopping experience. From helping customers find the ripest fruit to coaching staff on proper handling, you'll be perfecting the art of fresh every day. If you have experience in produce or perishable foods, strong leadership skills, and a love for healthy, high-quality food, we'd love to have you on our team!

Main responsibilities:

• Supervise all aspects of Produce & Floral department operations, including customer service, merchandising, product quality, ordering, pricing, stocking, staffing, and training.
• Achieve department goals for sales, gross profit, labor, shrink, and inventory. Ensure adherence to all company and department policies and procedures.
• Perform duties of department personnel as needed; act as manager-on-duty when Store/Assistant Manager is absent.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate 220 associates in a fast-paced, multifunctional environment, including disciplinary actions when required.
• Prepare weekly work schedules and determine appropriate staffing levels based on business needs.
• Maintain food safety, workplace safety, and support company audit readiness.
• Operate store computer systems effectively to support department operations.

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

• Soft skills : Strong customer service, communication, and leadership skills that support positive interactions with customers, associates, vendors, and store leadership.
• Competencies : Ability to lead a team, make sound operational decisions, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Knowledge : Understanding of produce and floral operations, department procedures, food safety standards, and prior supervisory experience.
• Abilities : Able to supervise and train staff, work in varied temperature environments, perform repetitive tasks, and respond quickly to customer needs.
• Educational requirements: Must be at least 18 years old with a preferred high school diploma or equivalent.
• Travel requirements: Willingness to work in different store locations when transferred, with no routine travel required.
• Other requirements: Ability to work 40 hours per week during peak times, maintain food safety and safety compliance, and handle difficult situations professionally.

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve