Produce Manager – Full Time- Fishtown Position Available In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Produce Manager

• Full Time
• Fishtown

RIVER WARDS LLC

Philadelphia, PA Job Details Full-time $22

• $24 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Parental leave Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Management ServSafe Merchandising Retail buying Mid-level Full Job Description Produce Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW

Riverwards Produce is an enterprise of produce-focused markets in Philadelphia, PA The Produce Manager at Riverwards Produce takes ownership of all Produce department operations, staff, and aesthetics. They have an expert knowledge of produce stock and inventory tools. They create and set department priorities, practices, and systems. They serve as the primary executor of purchasing plans, merchandising layouts, and inventory practices. The Produce Manager is ultimately responsible for maintaining well-stocked produce displays, proper receiving and storage, and general department cleanliness. They have an expert knowledge of produce function, storage, and seasonality.

Reports to:

Store Manager Directly Manages:

Produce team members Must have flexible schedule and be able to work any 5 days of the week. Starts at $22 plus an hour depending on experience.

Responsibilities:

• Ultimately responsible for all Produce department operations and outcomes
• Ensures that regular Produce ordering deadlines are met
• Collaborates with Store Manager to plan seasonal and rotating merchandising plans
• Responsible for coordinating and delegating Produce buying responsibilities
• Sets Produce department product mix and schedules display changeovers
• Ensures Produce inventory data is complete and accurate including vendor info and product costs
• Performs floor duties including receiving, restocking, and ordering
• Helps the Buyer execute sales-based purchasing and lean inventory practices
• Creates Produce department training materials and conducts regular employee training as needed
• Coordinates Produce department communications, updates, and meetings
• Responsible for a well-organized and clean Produce backstock area
• Responsible for overall fiscal performance of department
• Responsible for management and hiring of the Produce Department Staff, in partnership with the Store Manager
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years retail buying and/or managing
• Previous management experience in a retail or service setting
• Experience receiving, processing, and merchandising produce in a retail setting
• Passion for the principles of sustainable food and farming
• A diligent approach to safety and sanitation
• ServSafe (or analogous) certification a plus
• A team player with a willingness to jump in and help with all store tasks
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and spend 8+ hours standing and walking up and down stairs
• Flexibility in scheduling, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

COMPENSATION

This position is hourly. Compensation is dependent upon experience. Riverwards Produce provides a generous employee discount on all store products, paid parental leave, opportunities for career growth, and flexible scheduling.

Available shifts and compensation:

We have available shifts all days of the week. Compensation is $22.00

• $24.

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