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Times Supermarket

Assistant Produce Manager

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Produce Department Direct Supervisor: Produce Department Manager FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT Starting ... Merchandise credits * Personnel Information Forms * Employee evaluations * Accident reports

KJ's Market

Produce Manager

Union, SC · On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... by Produce Merchandising Department. 3. Carry out the preparation of all produce records as ... Ensures direct reports understand expectations for performance, holds them accountable to achieve ...

Times Supermarkets

Assistant Produce Manager

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Produce Department Direct Supervisor: Produce Department Manager FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT Starting ... Merchandise credits * Personnel Information Forms * Employee evaluations * Accident reports

Times Supermarkets

Assistant Produce Manager

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Produce Department Direct Supervisor: Produce Department Manager FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT Starting ... Merchandise credits * Personnel Information Forms * Employee evaluations * Accident reports

Times Supermarket

Assistant Produce Manager

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Produce Department Direct Supervisor: Produce Department Manager FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT Starting ... Merchandise credits * Personnel Information Forms * Employee evaluations * Accident reports

IGA Southeast

Bench - Produce Manager

Manning, SC · On-site

$17.75 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Merchandising Department.3. Carry out the preparation of all produce records as required by the ... Ensures direct reports understand expectations for performance, holds them accountable to achieve ...

Times Supermarkets

Assistant Produce Manager

Aiea, HI · On-site

$19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Produce Department Direct Supervisor: Produce Department Manager FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT Starting ... Merchandise credits * Personnel Information Forms * Employee evaluations * Accident reports

Times Supermarkets

Assistant Produce Manager

Aiea, HI · On-site

$19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Produce Department Direct Supervisor: Produce Department Manager FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT Starting ... Merchandise credits * Personnel Information Forms * Employee evaluations * Accident reports

Times Supermarket

Assistant Produce Manager

Aiea, HI · On-site

$19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Produce Department Direct Supervisor: Produce Department Manager FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT Starting ... Merchandise credits * Personnel Information Forms * Employee evaluations * Accident reports

Times Supermarket

Produce Manager

Kihei, HI · On-site

$21.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Store Director / Assistant Store Director FLSA Status: EXEMPT Starting rate of pay: $21.25/hr ... Merchandise credits * Personnel Information Forms * Employee evaluations * Accident reports

KJ's Market

Bench - Produce Manager

Sylvania, GA · On-site

$18 - $22.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Merchandising Department.3. Carry out the preparation of all produce records as required by the ... Ensures direct reports understand expectations for performance, holds them accountable to achieve ...

IGA Southeast

Bench - Produce Manager

Manning, SC · On-site

$17.75 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... by Produce Merchandising Department. 3. Carry out the preparation of all produce records as ... Ensures direct reports understand expectations for performance, holds them accountable to achieve ...

Big Save Markets

Produce Manager

Koloa, HI · On-site

$21.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Store Director / Assistant Store Director FLSA Status: EXEMPT Starting rate of pay: $21.25/hr ... Merchandise credits * Personnel Information Forms * Employee evaluations * Accident reports

Times Supermarket

Produce Manager

Lahaina, HI · On-site

$21.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Store Director / Assistant Store Director FLSA Status: EXEMPT Starting rate of pay: $21.25/hr ... Merchandise credits * Personnel Information Forms * Employee evaluations * Accident reports

KJ's Market

Bench - Produce Manager

Sylvania, GA · On-site

$18 - $22.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... by Produce Merchandising Department. 3. Carry out the preparation of all produce records as ... Ensures direct reports understand expectations for performance, holds them accountable to achieve ...

Times Supermarket

Produce Manager

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$21.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Store Director / Assistant Store Director FLSA Status: EXEMPT Starting rate of pay: $21.25/hr ... Merchandise credits * Personnel Information Forms * Employee evaluations * Accident reports

KJ's Market

Bench - Produce Manager

Grovetown, GA · On-site

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Merchandising Department.3. Carry out the preparation of all produce records as required by the ... Ensures direct reports understand expectations for performance, holds them accountable to achieve ...

Alex Lee

Bench - Produce Manager

Grovetown, GA

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... by Produce Merchandising Department. 3. Carry out the preparation of all produce records as ... Ensures direct reports understand expectations for performance, holds them accountable to achieve ...

Times Supermarkets

Produce Manager

Kihei, HI · On-site

$21.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Store Director / Assistant Store Director FLSA Status: EXEMPT Starting rate of pay: $21.25/hr ... Merchandise credits * Personnel Information Forms * Employee evaluations * Accident reports

Times Supermarkets

Produce Manager

Koloa, HI · On-site

$21.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Store Director / Assistant Store Director FLSA Status: EXEMPT Starting rate of pay: $21.25/hr ... Merchandise credits * Personnel Information Forms * Employee evaluations * Accident reports

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How much do director produce merchandising jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for director produce merchandising in the United States is $116,433.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,000.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a director produce merchandising do?

A Director of Produce Merchandising oversees the sourcing, selection, pricing, and display strategies for fresh produce in retail or grocery environments. Their responsibilities include analyzing market trends, negotiating with suppliers, ensuring product quality, and developing promotional campaigns to maximize sales and profitability. They also work closely with store managers and buyers to optimize inventory and ensure that fresh produce meets customer expectations. This role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and a deep understanding of produce markets.

What are some common challenges faced by a director produce merchandising, and how can they be addressed?

A Director of Produce Merchandising often faces challenges such as fluctuating supply chains, maintaining product freshness, and adapting to rapidly changing consumer preferences. Effective communication with growers, suppliers, and store teams is essential to ensure consistent product quality and availability. Leveraging data analytics to forecast demand and collaborating closely with marketing and operations can help anticipate trends and minimize waste. Building strong vendor relationships and staying up to date with industry innovations also play a crucial role in overcoming these challenges.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director produce merchandising, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Produce Merchandising, you need expertise in merchandising strategies, supply chain management, and a strong background in retail or grocery operations, often supported by a relevant bachelor's degree. Proficiency with inventory management systems, data analytics tools, and merchandising software is typically required. Leadership, negotiation, and strong communication skills are critical for building vendor relationships and leading cross-functional teams. These competencies ensure optimal product assortment, profitability, and customer satisfaction in a competitive retail environment.
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Assistant Produce Manager

Times Supermarket

Kaneohe, HI • On-site

$19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Assistant Produce Manager
Department: Produce Department
Direct Supervisor: Produce Department Manager
FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT
Starting rate of pay: $18.50/hr
**Kailua Location Starting rate of pay: $19.00/hr
Company Benefits:
• Flexible Hours
• Employee Discount
• 10 Paid Holidays (including 2 days for your birthday)*
• Medical/Vision/Dental Package*
• Free Life Insurance*
• Vacation and Sick Leave*
• Voluntary Insurance Plans (Life, Disability, Cancer, Accidental)
• Long Term Disability
• Wellness Program
• Matching 401K*
• Management Bonuses*
*For qualifying positions
Job Summary: The Assistant Produce Manager is primarily responsible for assisting and working with the Produce Manager in all aspects of the department's operations. In the absence of the Produce Manager, the Assistant Produce Manager assumes the responsibilities of overseeing the total Produce Department.
Based on experience, knowledge and expertise, the Assistant Produce Manager is responsible for assisting the Produce Manager in maintaining and overseeing the Produce and Floral areas. The Assistant Produce Manager is also responsible for supervising as well as training and retraining all Produce Department personnel.
Work performance is either reviewed directly or generally by the Produce Manager, Store Director and the Administrative Produce Supervisor. The Assistant Produce Manager is evaluated by the Produce Manager and is reviewed by the Store Director and the Administrative Produce Supervisor.
The Assistant Produce Manager receives direct supervision and guidance from the Produce Manager, Store Director and also the Produce Division Administrative which includes but is not limited to review of work and planning of departmental goals.
The Assistant Produce Manager seeks assistance from the Produce Manager, Store Director, Produce Division and other Administrative Staff.
An Assistant Produce Manager is promoted from the Produce Clerk position, and this position may lead to Produce Department Manager or Store Level Management positions.
Essential Job Duties:
  • Supervises the following job classifications
  • Produce Food Clerks
  • Produce General Clerks
  • Supervises Produce Personnel in their daily tasks, communications and new procedures.
  • Authorized to sign and approve the following items pertaining to the Produce Department:
  • All deliveries and orders
  • Invoices and clearing of invoices
  • Price changes
  • Merchandise credits
  • Personnel Information Forms
  • Employee evaluations
  • Accident reports
  • Building Maintenance job orders
  • Damage claim forms
  • Other documents as authorized
  • Supervises and assists in all phases of the Produce Department.
  • Trims all Produces items for retail sale.
  • Cuts and trays fruits and vegetables for retail sales.
  • Maintains all floral and chill cases within Produce sales floor.
  • Maintains and services the Produce display cases by:
  • Fills, stocks, and replenishes as needed.
  • Arranges displays in Produce display cases.
  • Supervises and assists in the clean up of the prep room, storage areas, tools and equipment. Reports any faulty or hazardous conditions to the Produce Department Manager.
  • Performs the duties of the Produce Manager during that person's absence by:
  • Receives merchandise
  • Checks on shortages, product condition and quality, damages and overages.
  • Checks for any discrepancies on the merchandise and reports it to the Produce Manager.
  • Disciplining as needed
  • Assists in the training of all new employees.
  • Releases transfers to other stores with the authorization of the Produce Manager or other authorized personnel.
  • Provides and cares for all department equipment.
  • Periodically checks on the required temperature of the freezer walk-in, chill walk-in, prep room, Produce chill display cases, and all other chill/display cases in the Produce backroom and sales floor.
  • Services customers and prepares orders, advises the Produce Manager of stock condition, and orders certain categories of Produces as authorized by the Produce Manager.
  • Cares for and cleans all display cases.
  • Understand and abide by all company policies and procedures

Other Job Duties:
  • Takes weekly and or monthly inventory as required.
  • Maintains and develops proper and efficient servicing of customers, and maintains a good personal appearance and healthy habits and hygiene.
  • Complies with and enforces all store activities in relation to governmental and regulatory agencies such as OSHA, Food and Drug Administration, and Department of Health.
  • Works maintains and establishes a good working relationship with all other departments and stores to enhance the concept of teamwork and to improve the merchandising of all Produce items within the store and chain wide.
  • Supports and promotes Sales Programs initiated by the Company and at the Stores.
  • Any tasks as deemed necessary by management

Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to safely lift up to 75 lbs on own continuously.
  • Must be able to push and pull at least 1000 lbs with assistant
  • Requires standing for long periods (up to 3 hours without a break; up to 7 hours for entire shift)
  • Continuous bending, stooping, squatting, crawling and kneeling required throughout the course of the day.
  • Continuously reaching above shoulders
  • Climbing of ladders and stairs occasionally
  • In an 8 hour day, must be able to walk continuously throughout shift (up to 7 hours)
  • In an 8 hour day, sitting is rare (up to 1 hour)

Mental Requirements:
  • Requires knowledge, experience and expertise of the Produce operations.
  • Accuracy is of primary importance in all aspects of the job.
  • Requires manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination for various activities.
  • Must be able to give and respond to verbal and written instructions/questions from customers and employees.
  • Requires being able to read and comprehend communications and instructions on products, literature, log book etc...
  • Must be able to work in conditions that may be demanding and stressful.
  • Able to work independently and as a team member
  • Able to multi-task
  • Resourceful

Work Hours:
  • Based on classification: Based on what is stated in the Employee Handbook.
  • May require working overnights, early mornings, evenings and weekends.
  • Must be willing to work at any Times/Big Save Locations on the island.

Working Conditions:
  • Working conditions in the Produce Department is very Cold or hot depending which store you work in.
  • Walk in chills; temperatures between 30-40 Degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Warehouse is not air conditioned, and it could reach temperatures of over 100 Degrees Fahrenheit during the summer months.

Equipment:
  • Knives
  • Cutting boards
  • Mesh Gloves
  • Knife Sharpening Steel
  • Scrappers
  • Produce Racks
  • Flat Beds
  • Pallet Jacks
  • Hand Trucks
  • Step Stool
  • Ladders
  • Box Cutters
  • Hand Wrap Machine
  • Baler
  • Foam Trays and Containers
  • DSD Unit
  • Ordering Unit (Telzon)
  • Inventory Unit (Symbol)
  • ITASCA Unit
  • Computers
  • Label Guns

Potential Hazards:
  • Improper use of chemicals that the company utilizes for sanitation purposes.
  • Cuts from knives and various cutting tools or sharp items used.
  • Slips and falls due to icy, wet or slippery floors.
  • Falling merchandise while items are being stocked or stacked.
  • Being hit by forklift, pallet jack, hand trucks or flat beds.
  • Injuries from improper work methods or lifting.
  • Changes in environmental temperature when working in the prep room, freezer/chill areas, warehouse and the store.

Qualifications:
  • Education/Training/Experience:
  • Must be at least 18 years of age in order to use all required equipment in the department.
  • High School Graduate preferred.
  • Must have at least 6 months to 1 year experience as Produce Clerk.
  • Able to supervise, willing to take responsibility and have good communication skills.
  • Communication:
  • Properly communicates with employees, verbally or through written communication in the department log book.
  • Good phone etiquette
  • Other:
  • Accurately complete work in a timely manner
  • Efficiently complete work in a timely manner
  • Able to multi-task
  • Highly organized
  • Attention to detail
  • Able to effectively prioritize work
  • Able to meet deadlines in a short period of time
  • Able to quickly pick up and follow through with various projects
  • Team player
  • Works well in groups as well as independently
  • Troubleshooting/problem-solving ability

Compensation: Starting rate (as deemed by current pay schedule) or commensurate with experience.
The preceding information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory, or all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

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