Produce Department Manager Corvallis Oregon

About the Role

Join us for an exciting opportunity as a Produce Department Manager, where freshness, merchandising excellence, and customer service come together. At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for team-focused managers who are passionate about fresh food, quality, and people. As a Produce Department Manager, you will oversee daily produce operations, ensure high standards for freshness and presentation, and drive sales through strong merchandising and inventory control. This role offers a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment where your leadership directly impacts customer trust and department performance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Produce Department with a focus on freshness, quality, and customer service
• Deliver knowledgeable, friendly service and ensure associates demonstrate strong product knowledge
• Execute corporate merchandising programs, planograms, seasonal sets, and promotional displays
• Maintain full, fresh, clean, and visually appealing produce displays at all times
• Manage product rotation, remove damaged or unsellable items, and maintain freshness standards
• Order, receive, inspect, and store product following food safety and rotation guidelines
• Manage shrink through inventory controls, root‑cause identification, and waste‑reduction strategies
• Build and manage labor schedules aligned with business needs
• Train, coach, and develop produce associates while maintaining a positive team environment
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, safety, and company operational standards

Qualifications

• Strong customer‑service mindset with attention to freshness and detail
• Effective leadership, communication, and coaching skills
• Strong organization, prioritization, and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to lead in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Produce merchandising and freshness execution
• Inventory management, ordering, and shrink control
• Labor planning, scheduling, and associate supervision
• Food safety, sanitation, and compliance execution
• Knowledge of produce handling, rotation, and freshness standards
• Knowledge of retail merchandising and promotional execution
• Knowledge of store systems and inventory tools
• Ability to review sales, shrink, and inventory data to drive results
• Ability to train and develop associates
• Ability to lift, move, and stack product and work in coolers and refrigerated environments
• Flexible availability including weekends and holidays
• Reliable attendance
• Compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and the Code of Business Conduct

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay)
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve