Service Clerk - Ventura

Regional Produce Manager

Benefits include 11+ days per year of paid time off, health insurance options, and a 401(k) for full‑time Team Members, plus a Team Member discount. Work schedules are flexible and the position is closed on Sunday.

The Regional Produce Manager oversees produce purchasing and department standards across all Lassen's Natural Foods & Vitamins locations, including deli produce programs. This role is responsible for sourcing the highest quality organic produce, negotiating vendor pricing and advertising programs, managing retail pricing strategies, and driving sales and profitability within the Produce Department.

This position also plays a key leadership role in developing systems, supporting store teams, building vendor and farmer relationships, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities (Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:)

• Approve new produce items that align with Lassen's standards, ethics, and company vision.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with local farmers, growers, distributors, and industry partners.
• Negotiate wholesale pricing, promotional opportunities, and advertising support with suppliers.
• Establish and maintain retail pricing strategies that support company gross margin goals.
• Source top‑tier, trend‑forward, and 100% organic produce offerings.
• Coordinate with the Art and Marketing Departments to promote seasonal, local, and featured produce items across social media and advertising channels.
• Enter and maintain product information, pricing, and item details within the POS system.
• Visit all store locations regularly to:
• Evaluate freshness and presentation standards
• Monitor inventory levels
• Train and support Team members
• Execute department resets and merchandising improvements
• Develop and improve operational systems to increase efficiency, profitability, and execution consistency.
• Maintain a minimum chain‑wide produce sales growth target of 10% year‑over‑year.
• Maintain a chain‑wide produce gross margin target of 34% or higher.
• Ensure proper quality control procedures are followed at both distributor and store levels.
• Ensure all vendor credits, quality claims, and adjustment requests are properly submitted, tracked, and processed.