Manager Fruit & Veg

About this role

Pick n Pay is looking for a Fresh Produce Manager for its store in Rosmead, Western Cape. You will run the fruit and vegetable department, from sales and stock to display and food safety.

What you’ll do

• Grow department sales and profit through good stock control, merchandising and pricing decisions.
• Check that produce meets company quality and freshness standards. Remove damaged or poor stock.
• Apply first-in, first-out stock rotation to extend shelf life and reduce shrinkage and waste.
• Keep displays full, neat and on planogram, including seasonal and promotional lines.
• Manage ordering, replenishment, stock counts and checks on deliveries with the receiving team.
• Lead, coach and train your team, and set their shifts so the department is always covered.
• Make sure standard operating procedures, food safety and hygiene rules are followed every day.
• Give customers a good shopping experience through product knowledge and friendly service.

What you need

• Grade 12 (essential).
• 3 to 5 years of experience in a fresh produce retail environment.
• Supervisory or management experience in that environment.
• Strong knowledge of fresh produce handling, merchandising and stock management.
• Experience managing shrinkage, waste control and stock rotation.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Strong commercial awareness and a focus on results.
• Good leadership and team management skills.
• Strong organisation skills and attention to detail.
• A customer-focused approach and the ability to work at a fast pace.

Is this job for you?

This job suits a manager who knows fresh produce well and has led a team before. If you like numbers, care about quality and enjoy keeping a busy department running smoothly, this role could be a good fit.

Tips before you apply

• Have your Grade 12 certificate and proof of your fresh produce experience ready, including employer names and dates.
• On your CV, show results with numbers where you can, such as sales growth, waste reduction or stock accuracy.
• Describe the teams you have led, how you trained staff, and how you kept food safety standards in place.