The Save Mart Companies
Produce Manager - FoodMaxx - 39441 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538
The Save Mart Companies, Fremont, California, us, 94537
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Produce Manager - FoodMaxx - 39441 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538
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Produce Manager - FoodMaxx - 39441 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538
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The Save Mart Companies .
About Us The Save Mart Companies operates 194 Save Mart, Lucky, and FoodMaxx stores in neighborhoods throughout California and Western Nevada. Proud to be California’s largest regional, full-service grocery chain, the Company and its 13,000 Associates take extra care to provide customers with the freshest quality products at a great value. The Save Mart Companies also supports the community through its philanthropic non-profit, The CARES Foundation, which provides vital resources for children and families.
Role and Responsibilities The Produce Department Manager ensures that customer needs are met and exceeded through effective day-to-day management of the operations and merchandising functions for the assigned department. This includes overseeing product conditions, display areas, back room, equipment, schematics, and inventory. The Manager provides leadership and direction to Department associates to promote a culture aligned with The Save Mart Companies’ mission and core values. This role trains and develops employees to enable their career growth and manages department performance to optimize results.
Provide customers with a remarkable shopping experience by training and holding store associates accountable for excellent customer service
Achieve department financials (sales, profit and loss, projections, metrics) by identifying and implementing best practices and optimization strategies
Direct department staff with a focus on accountability and high performance
Develop department staff through coaching, performance reviews, goals, and progress checks
Implement department visual merchandising and planograms, ensuring freshness and appealing displays
Oversee schematic implementation, stocking standards, back room organization, and item-to-tag integrity
Manage product rotation, spoilage, shrink, and markdowns; ensure cleanliness and safety of the department
Maintain sign and price integrity and ensure products meet company guidelines for display
Train staff on procedures, safety, and food safety requirements
Order and manage product inventory using available systems; participate in seasonal and promotional planning
Analyze product performance to maximize sales and profitability; manage department inventory accuracy
Ensure produce and floral products are prepared for display according to company policy
Contribute to overall store conditions, including safety, sanitation, and asset protection
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications Education : One year of college (or vocational school, or equivalent knowledge through training or experience)
Experience : Two years Produce Department experience or experience as a Center Store, Meat, or Bakery Department Manager
Other : Available to work a variety of required retail hours
Physical : Store environment requiring standing, walking, lifting up to 40 lbs, and ability to perform tasks involving bending, kneeling, and reaching
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, and training skills
Strong customer service and suggestive selling abilities
Organizational, administrative, and math skills; familiarity with department financials
Knowledge of department operations, produce and floral products, and seasonal needs
Understanding of food safety, hazardous materials rules, and visual merchandising
Experience with department tools and equipment; ability to use inventory systems
Familiarity with applicable union contract language
Compensation Hiring pay range:
$29.17 per hour
Employee Experience and Culture The Save Mart Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome resumes from individuals who will contribute to our diverse workforce.
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Join to apply for the
Produce Manager - FoodMaxx - 39441 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538
role at
The Save Mart Companies .
About Us The Save Mart Companies operates 194 Save Mart, Lucky, and FoodMaxx stores in neighborhoods throughout California and Western Nevada. Proud to be California’s largest regional, full-service grocery chain, the Company and its 13,000 Associates take extra care to provide customers with the freshest quality products at a great value. The Save Mart Companies also supports the community through its philanthropic non-profit, The CARES Foundation, which provides vital resources for children and families.
Role and Responsibilities The Produce Department Manager ensures that customer needs are met and exceeded through effective day-to-day management of the operations and merchandising functions for the assigned department. This includes overseeing product conditions, display areas, back room, equipment, schematics, and inventory. The Manager provides leadership and direction to Department associates to promote a culture aligned with The Save Mart Companies’ mission and core values. This role trains and develops employees to enable their career growth and manages department performance to optimize results.
Provide customers with a remarkable shopping experience by training and holding store associates accountable for excellent customer service
Achieve department financials (sales, profit and loss, projections, metrics) by identifying and implementing best practices and optimization strategies
Direct department staff with a focus on accountability and high performance
Develop department staff through coaching, performance reviews, goals, and progress checks
Implement department visual merchandising and planograms, ensuring freshness and appealing displays
Oversee schematic implementation, stocking standards, back room organization, and item-to-tag integrity
Manage product rotation, spoilage, shrink, and markdowns; ensure cleanliness and safety of the department
Maintain sign and price integrity and ensure products meet company guidelines for display
Train staff on procedures, safety, and food safety requirements
Order and manage product inventory using available systems; participate in seasonal and promotional planning
Analyze product performance to maximize sales and profitability; manage department inventory accuracy
Ensure produce and floral products are prepared for display according to company policy
Contribute to overall store conditions, including safety, sanitation, and asset protection
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications Education : One year of college (or vocational school, or equivalent knowledge through training or experience)
Experience : Two years Produce Department experience or experience as a Center Store, Meat, or Bakery Department Manager
Other : Available to work a variety of required retail hours
Physical : Store environment requiring standing, walking, lifting up to 40 lbs, and ability to perform tasks involving bending, kneeling, and reaching
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, and training skills
Strong customer service and suggestive selling abilities
Organizational, administrative, and math skills; familiarity with department financials
Knowledge of department operations, produce and floral products, and seasonal needs
Understanding of food safety, hazardous materials rules, and visual merchandising
Experience with department tools and equipment; ability to use inventory systems
Familiarity with applicable union contract language
Compensation Hiring pay range:
$29.17 per hour
Employee Experience and Culture The Save Mart Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome resumes from individuals who will contribute to our diverse workforce.
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