Director of Produce

Job description

SUMMARY: The Director of Produce is directly responsible for all aspects of the Produce operations profitability and growth for Niemann Foods, Inc. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Directs procurement activity of Produce - Plans and directs the company's Produce merchandising programs in accordance with the overall merchandising policies. - Plans and develops merchandising assortment, buying programs and in-store presentation achieving targeted sales, profits and turnover. - Directs and controls Produce selection, promotion and advertising plans. - Develops Produce financial forecast for sales and profits. - Directs and controls Produce labor in all areas. - Responsible for directing and accountability of Produce field staff. - Responsible for quality and overall profitable growth in the Produce operations. - Accountable for government regulation and compliance. - Understands and enforces all N.F.I. procedures and policies at the store and Support Center level. - Hands on involvement in developing, implementing and monitoring future systems, programs and standards for the future direction of the Company. - Follows all store and department policies and procedures - Enforces...