Fresh Produce Manager

Overview

As a Leader within Coles, you will experience the rewarding impact of your role, connecting with customers and communities while contributing to helping Australians eat and live better every day. The position is vital in ensuring the fresh produce department excels through excellent management and customer engagement.

Role Summary

Reporting directly to the Store Manager, you will hold full responsibility for managing the daily operations of the fresh produce section. Your focus will be on maintaining a visually appealing, welcoming, and engaging environment for shoppers, team members, and the local neighborhood.

Key Responsibilities and Skills

• Possess prior experience in a dynamic, fast-moving work setting.
• Provide direct leadership by coaching and developing your team to meet sales goals, control costs, and manage staff rosters effectively.
• Ensure department standards remain high by monitoring inventory levels, implementing rotation practices, minimizing waste, and controlling quality.
• Promote a collaborative ‘one team’ culture that celebrates achievements and prioritizes the health, safety, and wellbeing of all team members.
• Demonstrate foresight by motivating your team and successfully delivering results with pride.
• Deliver an exceptional shopping atmosphere to delight customers.

Benefits

• Enjoy a consistent 5% discount year-round on supermarket and liquor purchases both online and in-store, with periodic increases to 10% discount opportunities and exclusive offers.
• Participate in a digital recognition scheme aligned with Coles values to earn points redeemable for gifts and gift cards.
• Benefit from structured induction programs, management education, and leadership training designed to support your growth and future career progression.
• Access novated car leasing options for eligible employees seeking new vehicles.
• Invest in your future by participating in the Coles Group share plan through salary sacrifice deductions.
• Receive paid parental leave supporting work-life balance for permanent team members.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Coles actively fosters an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse communities served, welcoming applicants of all ages, cultural backgrounds—including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples—abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. The recruitment process is adaptable to support candidates with disabilities.