McCaffrey’s is a regional grocery chain headquartered in Langhorne, Pa. For over 25 years we have provided the finest grocery gourmet/specialty and commercial items and exceptional customer service. Our team members are rewarded with market competitive wages, paid vacation, 401k plan, and a bonus program.
We are now looking to hire a Produce Manager to provide leadership in the Produce Department of the Yardley, PA store by directing and managing all associate activities including their training. The Produce Manager responsibilities will include ordering of raw product and supplies for the department and implementing merchandising initiatives that promote sales, while meeting customer requirements and maximizing profits.
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Medical Insurance Plans, Vision Care, Prescription Drug Coverage, Dental Care, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance Benefits, 401K Plan, Holidays/Personal Days, Incentive Bonus & Vacation
- Manages department inventories by tracking weekly sales reports and orders product and supplies so as to meet customer requirements and the company’s gross profit goals.
- Schedules all produce associates, oversees and assists with their training, rewards and recognizes their performance and delegates their work assignments so as to most effectively utilize their talents and abilities while maximizing profits for the department.
- Develops and implements localized merchandising plan for the department, sets up and creates displays for new and seasonal items as well as items that are tied-in with other department promotions, in order to meet the sales and profit objectives of the store and the department.
- Prepares, maintains and tracks all types of records concerning inventories to calculate gross monthly profits according to company guidelines.
- Follows established departmental procedures for receiving merchandise including inspecting the product when delivered, pricing the product and restocking cases to insure freshness and quality, accuracy and product rotation.
- Controls department expenses by improving operations and efficiencies, by controlling labor costs and by reducing losses due to shrinkage and pilferage.
- Maintains effective housekeeping program. Keeps merchandise clean and fresh so as to meet all health department regulations, pass sanitation inspections and meet company standards. Ensures that associates work and operate equipment in a safe manner at all times, complying with OSHA requirements. Insures compliance with local, state and government weights and measures laws.
- Develops and maintains communications with other departments in order to devise marketing plans, which will help meet the financial objectives of the store. Keeps Store Manager fully informed of these actions.
- Identifies areas in the Produce Department where improvement in customer service is required, then implements changes and procedures to address these needs.
- Maintains accurate records on all important matters, including associate performance and discipline, sales plans, etc.
- Also performs duties of staff as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
- Supervises all associates in Produce Department.
Note: This description represents a significant sampling of tasks performed, responsibilities and job knowledge required, however, it is not meant to be an exhaustive list.
- Previous grocery Produce managerial experience of 3+ years.
- Good leadership skills to direct the work of others.
- Strong oral and written communication skills for dealing with customers, associates and vendors, above average analytical skills to understand and interpret various reports.
- Knowledge of MS Office Suite of products, including excel spreadsheets.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in normal store environment where there is limited physical discomfort, although goes into refrigerated sections for inventory stocking and retrieval. Interacts with customers and associates daily.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Lifting and carrying over 50lbs
- Operating equipment (baler, power jack)
- Bending, reaching and grasping
- Standing for extended periods and walking
- Some tolerance for stress
- Hearing (Auditory)
