Manager: Fruit & Veg – Retail Supermarket
📍 Location: La Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal
🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time
📅 Date Posted: Today
⏳ Closing Date: 25 April 2025 (10 Days Left to Apply)
📌 Job Requisition ID: JR102967
About the Company
This exciting retail opportunity is with one of South Africa’s leading supermarket chains, known for innovation, customer satisfaction, and quality fresh produce. The company fosters a culture of growth and enthusiasm, where passionate individuals can thrive and make meaningful contributions. If you’re a hands-on, customer-focused professional with a love for fresh produce and team management, this Manager: Fruit & Veg position in La Lucia could be the perfect fit.
Role Overview
The Fruit & Veg Manager will oversee all operational aspects of the fresh produce department. This includes stock rotation, merchandising, food safety, staff supervision, and ensuring the profitability and performance of the department. The ideal candidate will have produce-specific experience, leadership capability, and a strong business mindset to maintain standards and drive sales.
Minimum Requirements
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Matric (Grade 12) is required.
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Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience running a sales-driven department.
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Hands-on knowledge of fresh produce operations, including wrapping, packing, and merchandising.
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Leadership experience in coaching, performance management, and compliance handling.
Key Competencies
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Passion for food retail, especially fresh produce.
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Ability to adhere to company standards and policies.
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Strong communication skills and emotional intelligence.
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Business-oriented with a keen eye for sales opportunities and margin performance.
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A collaborative team player with an eye for detail and operational discipline.
Key Responsibilities
🍎 Merchandising Management
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Ensure produce is wrapped, packed, and displayed to company standards.
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Identify and monitor fast-selling lines, stock levels, and restocking schedules.
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Implement and oversee promotional activities based on the promotional calendar.
🧼 Food Safety & Hygiene
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Monitor food safety and hygiene standards in the department.
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Handle non-conformances swiftly with corrective actions.
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Implement and supervise cleaning schedules and proper sanitation practices.
🛍️ Customer Service Management
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Respond to customer queries and assist with out-of-stock product explanations.
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Suggest replacement products and manage expectations for product availability.
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Ensure customer interaction is consistent and professional.
👥 People Management
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Supervise team members to maintain standards of safety, hygiene, and service.
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Provide on-the-job coaching and address any performance or non-compliance issues.
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Maintain positive team morale and a productive working environment.
📊 Administration
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Complete and manage all relevant departmental admin, including schedules, leave requests, invoices, and compliance reports.
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Ensure that all documentation aligns with the company’s operational procedures.
What the Company Offers
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A dynamic and supportive workplace culture.
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Room for growth and promotion within the retail structure.
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Competitive benefits package.
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An opportunity to be part of a passionate, high-energy retail team.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The company is an equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of background. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear back within two weeks of the closing date, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.
How to Apply
Submit your application before 25 April 2025 directly through the company’s careers portal or at https://jobsandcareeropportunities.co.za.
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