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To manage and lead the Fresh Produce department ensuring exceptional product quality, availability, and presentation while delivering strong sales, gross margin, and controlled shrinkage. The Fresh Produce Manager is responsible for driving operational excellence through effective stock management, team leadership, and adherence to merchandising and food safety standards.
The role focuses on delivering a superior customer experience through fresh, high-quality produce, attractive displays, and consistent product availability while ensuring profitability through disciplined stock control and waste management.
Grade 12 (essential)
3–5 years’ experience in a Fresh Produce retail environment, with supervisory or management responsibility.
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 results orientation.
Leadership and team management capability.
Excellent organisational and stock management skills.
Strong attention to quality and detail.
Customer-focused mindset.
Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment.
Drive sales and profitability of the Fresh Produce department through effective stock management and merchandising.
Ensure all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are implemented, maintained and adhered to support operational consistency, compliance, and efficiency in the store.
Monitor daily sales performance and implement actions to achieve departmental targets.
Manage pricing, promotions and product mix to optimise sales and margin performance.
Ensure high levels of product availability while maintaining efficient stock holding levels.
Ensure all fresh produce meets company quality standards and freshness requirements.
Implement strict stock rotation practices (FIFO) to maximise shelf life and minimise shrinkage.
Regularly inspect product quality and remove damaged or poor-quality stock.
Ensure correct handling and storage procedures are followed to maintain product integrity.
Maintain visually appealing, well-stocked and organised produce displays that attract customers.
Ensure adherence to planograms, display standards and seasonal merchandising guidelines.
Promote seasonal and promotional products through effective display execution.
Deliver a positive customer shopping experience through product knowledge and service excellence.
Manage ordering and replenishment processes to maintain optimal stock levels.
Monitor stock movement, shrinkage, and waste levels and implement corrective actions where required.
Conduct regular stock counts and ensure accurate inventory control.
Work closely with receiving teams to ensure correct product quality and quantities are received.
Lead, coach, and develop the Fresh Produce team to deliver operational excellence.
Manage staff scheduling to ensure adequate departmental coverage.
Train team members on product handling, merchandising standards, and food safety procedures.
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and high performance.
Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene and health regulations.
Maintain clean, organised and safe working areas within the department.
Ensure all staff adhere to company policies and food handling standards.
Closing date: Friday 06 November 2026
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Discover who we are
Welcome to Pick n Pay, where family values and customer-centricity converge to create an unparalleled shopping experience. Since 1967, when the visionary Raymond Ackerman championed the cause of consumers by acquiring the first few stores, the Ackerman family's dedication has steered our journey of growth and expansion.
Today, Pick n Pay stands tall across South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, and Lesotho, embodying our commitment to serving communities far and wide. Additionally, we proudly hold a 49% share in TM Supermarkets, a Zimbabwean retail giant, further extending our reach and impact.
Our core offering spans groceries, clothing, and general merchandise, tailored to meet the diverse needs of our customers. But our dedication doesn't stop there. We go beyond the ordinary, offering value-added services that align with the evolving expectations of our patrons.
The Group strives to address socio-economic challenges through the supply of high-quality, affordable food for all customers, while providing significant employment and economic opportunities across its value chain.
To ensure utmost convenience and accessibility, Pick n Pay operates through various store formats, including both franchised and owned establishments. Whether you step into our stores for a quick grocery run or a leisurely shopping spree, expect nothing less than a seamless and enriching experience at Pick n Pay—the quintessential family store focused on you, our valued customer.
