Produce Dept. Manager - Plum Market Ann Arbor Maple Rd.

Plum Market is an emerging leader in the Grocery Produce Retail industry. We are committed to stocking the very best selections of All Natural, Organic, Local, and Specialty Produce items.

Our Team Members are passionate about delivering the highest quality food, beverage, and grocery essentials to our Customers, helping them achieve a better lifestyle. We make our Team Members and our Customers our top priority by delivering the best possible Customer retail experience.

Our Plum Market Grocery Stores are a reflection of the very communities we serve. From our Team Members to our Customers, local vendors and product selection, we are proud of the inclusive culture in which we thrive, and strive to promote at Plum Market. If you share our enthusiasm, please apply to see how you may fit in.

Benefits of working at Plum Market:

Full time position available

We can offer a variety of retail shifts to help with work/life balance.

You can learn about great food and grow your passion at the same time.

We provide exceptional training to help you grow your knowledge.

Paid time and a half for working any of these five federally recognized holidays: New Year’s Day, Labor Day, Fourth of July, Memorial Day and Thanksgiving.

Promotional opportunities. We are a growing company and you can grow with us!

Variety of medical, dental, and vision benefits to cover you and/or your family.

401k with company match after a 6 month waiting period.

20% off Team Member Discount.

50% off Team Member Lunch Discount.

Plum Market offers a desirable and rewarding place to work.

Employment is contingent on a successful background check.

Description

The Produce Department Manager is responsible for the exceptional execution of Customer Service by the entire Produce Department. They are responsible for managing department inventory, margin, labor budgets, pricing integrity, and merchandising standards. They will ensure all Produce Team Members receive proper training and supervision. The Produce Department Manager will ensure the highest level of execution in regards to ordering, receiving, unloading, storage, rotation, merchandising and building of displays.

Who you are:

You model and provide exceptional Customer Service.

You have a passion for produce.

You are organized, detail-oriented, comfortable with hard deadlines, and wish to continuously learn and grow your capabilities.

You are eager to collaborate with Store Operations, the VP and Support Group, and the other Team Leaders to make your department the best it can possibly be.

You value inclusion and work to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed and every voice is heard.

You are innovative and have the courage to pursue new ideas.

You love a challenge and the satisfaction that comes from meeting it.

You inspire people to want to be their best selves.

What you will bring:

Ability to manage multiple Teams and product lines simultaneously.

Ability to consistently meet profit margin targets for the department.

Ability to collaborate closely with Store Operations, VP and Support Group and other Team Leaders on any and all issues related to purchasing.

Ability to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.

Ability to stand and walk for up to 4 hours without a break – we work on the floor, and alongside our team.

Ability to bend and stoop to grasp objects, climb ladders, lift loads, up to 50 lbs. unassisted, push and pull carts weighing up to 100 lbs. unassisted.

What you will do:

Give exceptional Service to our Customers.

Lead the Team Members in the department.

Communicate effectively with Customers, Team Members, Store Leadership and Director Group.

Adhere to all Plum Market policies and standard operating procedures.