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Jeff Litchfield

Duxbury,MA

Summary

Diligent Desired Position with solid background in managing produce departments. Successfully streamlined inventory processes and enhanced product quality. Demonstrated skills in team leadership and problem-solving.

Produce management professional with proven expertise in inventory control and quality assurance. Known for fostering team collaboration and consistently achieving targets. Adaptable and resourceful in dynamic retail environments.

Produce management professional with proven track record in overseeing inventory, ensuring quality standards, and optimizing sales. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, ensuring reliability and adaptability to changing needs. Expert in vendor relations, staff training, and implementing efficient processes to enhance customer satisfaction and drive profitability. Enthusiastic about contributing to dynamic team environment and delivering exceptional produce department performance.

Experienced with produce department operations, including inventory management and quality control. Uses effective team leadership to maintain high standards and customer satisfaction. Track record of optimizing processes to enhance efficiency and product quality.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Produce Manager

Clements Marketplace
09.2021 - 2025
  • Oversaw daily operations of produce department, ensuring quality and freshness of products.
  • Trained and mentored staff on best practices for inventory management and product handling.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency in product stocking and display.
  • Conducted regular inspections to maintain compliance with health and safety standards.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to optimize product selection based on seasonal availability and customer demand.
  • Developed promotional displays to increase visibility and sales of seasonal produce items.
  • Analyzed sales trends to inform ordering decisions and reduce waste in the produce department.
  • Led team meetings to communicate goals, share updates, and foster a collaborative work environment.
  • Trained and supervised produce staff for optimal performance and adherence to company policies.
  • Maintained produce display, and prep and storage areas in clean and orderly condition.
  • Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service and consistent delivery of high-quality products.
  • Managed product rotation to minimize waste, optimizing freshness and quality of available goods.
  • Coached and mentored new team members.
  • Assisted customers with produce questions.
  • Conducted regular inventory audits, addressing discrepancies and minimizing shrinkage due to theft or spoilage.

Produce Manager

Shaws
09.2013 - 08.2021

Produce Manager

Stop and Shop
07.1996 - 06.2013

Assistant Produce Manager

Stop and Shop
09.1996 - 06.1998

Front End Manager

Purity Supreme
06.1995 - 08.1996

Education

Graduate - undefined

Marshfield High School
Marshfield
06.1994

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Retail management experience
  • Retail inventory management
  • Operational efficiency
  • Inventory counting
  • Stock rotation
  • Merchandising strategies
  • Supply chain coordination
  • Purchasing and planning
  • Inventory replenishment
  • Waste reduction
  • Pricing strategy
  • Display production
  • Quality control analysis
  • Health department standards
  • Product merchandising
  • Resource management
  • Budget development
  • Ordering procedures
  • Administration and management
  • Display creation

Timeline

Produce Manager

Clements Marketplace
09.2021 - 2025

Produce Manager

Shaws
09.2013 - 08.2021

Assistant Produce Manager

Stop and Shop
09.1996 - 06.1998

Produce Manager

Stop and Shop
07.1996 - 06.2013

Front End Manager

Purity Supreme
06.1995 - 08.1996

Graduate - undefined

Marshfield High School