Produce Manager jobs in Phoenix, AZ

Do you enjoy working in a department that has many differing aspects? Does leading the most popular and prominent department sound like a challenge you enjoy? Does teaching and showing customers every day the benefits of fresh produce sound fascinating? Do you have a passion for delivering an extraordinary customer service experience while working in a fast paced and friendly environment? If the thought of helping people make healthy choices in one of the fastest growing retailers is up your alley – then we need YOU to join our winning team at Sprouts Farmers Market as a Produce Manager!

At Sprouts Farmers Market, the Produce Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the Produce Department.  

• Manage the daily output, production, and display of Produce products 

• Responsible for hiring, onboarding and training new employees 
• Supervise and monitor product quality and consistency, track inventory, and manage the Produce budget 
• Evaluate department conditions and operations to determine strengths and areas for improvement; develop improved practices and procedures 
• Ensure company standards for safety, proper food handling practices, sanitation, and productivity are maintained 
• Responsible for correct ordering, receiving, unloading, and storage 

• Execute rotation of merchandise and building of displays  
• Responsible for managing department inventory, in-stocks, pricing integrity, merchandising, labor, and other operational processes to Sprouts standards 
• Plan and order according to company standards to maximize sales and gross profit 
• Administer team member performance reviews and corrective actions 
• If you thrive in fast-paced environments, we want to hear from you      

To be a Produce Manager at Sprouts Farmers Market you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age and have 1-3 years of experience working in a grocery retail setting with management experience in produce. A basic knowledge of math, weights and measures also required.

• Be dependable and reliable having the ability to work flexible schedule that changes; including night, weekends, and holidays
• Have and show an outgoing and friendly behavior; a positive attitude and have the ability to interact with our customers
• Have good communication skills; and the ability to take direction and participate in a team environment
• Perform general housekeeping in the department; clean and sanitize work area (including tables, floor, walls, cases, cooler, freezer, etc.).
• Adhere to all safety, health, and Weights and Measures regulations.
• Be able to perform the following: standing, walking, bending, climbing throughout the entire work day and the ability to lift, stack and maneuver heavy objects weighing up to 50 lbs., from 4” to 72”, for a distance up 3 feet for between 10-50 hours without mechanical assistance.
• Be able to use a pallet jack to move pallets a distance up to 20 feet, requiring a force of up to 85 pounds for up to 5 hours.
• Maneuver six wheel carts requiring a force up to 35 lbs., up to 2 hours, a distance up to 20 feet.  
• Be able to walk a total up to 5 miles in an 8 hour shift should be expected.
• Achieve and maintain a Food Handlers permit

In addition to a rewarding career, Sprouts offers a comprehensive program to help support you and your family. These programs include:

• Competitive pay
• Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health
• Vacation accrual plan
• Opportunities for career growth
• 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts
• Flexible schedules
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun!

Eligibility requirements may apply for the following benefits:

• Bonus based on company and/or individual performance
• Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account with company match
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Company paid short-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers
• Paid holidays

Get Paid Every Day!

Sprouts Farmers Market offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible employee, you’ll be able to transfer the money you’ve already earned at no extra cost, and get it the next business day, for free.  We offer DailyPay so you don’t have to wait for payday to access the money you’ve already worked for. With DailyPay, you can see how much you’ve made every day and you can transfer your money any time before payday.

 You can learn more by visiting https://www.dailypay.com/partners/sprouts-farmers-market/.

Grow with us!

If you have a passion for inspiring people and a flair for fresh food, consider applying for a job at Sprouts! With a focus on customer service, our neighborhood grocery stores offer high-quality, farm fresh produce, natural meats, plenty of scoop-your-own bulk goods and much more in a fun, friendly, old-fashioned farmer’s market setting.  Come grow your career in healthy living with a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and teams that pride themselves on empowering others along their journey.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Sprouts’ management reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

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