Assistant Produce Manager

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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.

Assistant Produce Manager Position Summary

The Assistant Produce Manager supports the Produce Manager in overseeing all aspects of produce department operations, including merchandising, inventory management, product quality, food safety, customer service, and associate development. This position helps ensure the department maintains fresh, high-quality products, attractive displays, and exceptional customer service while achieving sales, shrink, and profitability goals. The Assistant Produce Manager serves as a department leader and assumes responsibility for department operations in the Produce Manager’s absence.
Key Responsibilities Department Operations

- Assist in managing daily produce department operations to ensure product availability, freshness, and presentation standards are maintained.

- Support the receiving, stocking, rotation, and merchandising of fresh fruits, vegetables, and related products.

- Monitor department conditions and ensure displays remain fully stocked, clean, and visually appealing throughout the day.

- Execute merchandising plans, seasonal programs, and promotional displays to drive sales.

- Ensure compliance with company operational standards and procedures.

Customer Service

- Provide outstanding customer service and assist customers with product selection and preparation recommendations.

- Address customer concerns and special requests promptly and professionally.

- Promote product knowledge and suggestive selling techniques to enhance the customer shopping experience.

- Build customer loyalty through consistent service and department excellence.

Food Safety & Compliance

- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, sanitation requirements, and company policies.

- Monitor product rotation, code dating, and proper handling procedures.

- Maintain department cleanliness and ensure food safety standards are consistently followed.

- Support internal audits, inspections, and corrective action initiatives.

Inventory & Financial Performance

- Assist with ordering, receiving, inventory tracking, and stock control.

- Help manage shrink, spoilage, and product loss through effective inventory management practices.

- Monitor sales trends and department performance metrics.

- Support initiatives designed to improve productivity, sales, and profitability.

- Assist in controlling labor expenses and departmental costs.

Leadership & Team Development

- Assist with recruiting, onboarding, training, and developing produce associates.

- Provide coaching, direction, and performance feedback to team members.

- Promote teamwork, accountability, and a customer-focused culture.

- Assist with scheduling to ensure adequate department coverage.

- Serve as acting department leader when the Produce Manager is absent.

Qualifications Required

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- Previous experience in produce, grocery, food service, or retail operations.

- Strong customer service and communication skills.

- Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

- Ability to lift and move products consistent with job requirements.

Preferred

- Supervisory or leadership experience in a produce or grocery department.

- Knowledge of produce merchandising, inventory control, and food safety practices.

- Experience monitoring sales performance and operational metrics.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Leadership and team development skills.

- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

- Knowledge of fresh produce handling, merchandising, and quality standards.

- Effective communication and customer service skills.

- Ability to analyze operational and sales performance metrics.

- Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

- Commitment to food safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment.

Physical Requirements

- Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching.

- Ability to safely lift products and supplies in accordance with company guidelines.

- Exposure to refrigerated storage areas and varying temperature conditions.

- Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining productivity and safety standards.

Success Measures

- Achievement of department sales, margin, and profitability targets.

- Strong inventory control and shrink management results.

- Consistent compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.

- High levels of customer satisfaction and service quality.

- Successful training, development, and retention of department associates.

- Effective execution of merchandising, promotional, and operational programs.

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 https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/myaci-benefits.com/__;!!K1aXqncla1X7G90AkdLmCg!rAQQIgK5qTHEOZimihiTu-Cq5CqDd5yTyDy2Md9yy2X9n5N5-LNd_VFz-Ph78hdScxWtyckceXfHreYVJ1PsQk_8tfijDVHG5g$ myACI Benefits

- Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development

- An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

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