Section Manager (Fruits and Vegetables) Everyday Goods Retail

Who we are:

GMG is a global well-being company retailing distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport everyday goods health and beauty properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years GMG is a valued partner of choice for the worlds most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East North Africa and Asia GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports Dropkick Supercare Pharmacy Farm Fresh Klassic and international brands like Nike Columbia Converse Timberland Vans Mama Sitas and McCain.

Job Summary:

The incumbent as the Monitor for GMG is responsible for ensuring the quality availability and presentation of the assigned category for fresh produce across all 62 stores within Everyday Goods/ Retail. This role focuses on driving sales reducing wastage and optimizing assortment through regular store visits performance analysis and operational support.

Job Description:

Monitor and support the implementation of best practices for the assigned section of the market department (F&V) handling display and rotation to ensure quality and freshness.

Conduct regular store visits to evaluate performance in the assigned category (F&V) identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement.

Analyze sales performance wastage data and assortment availability to ensure alignment with customer demand and company targets.

Work closely with store teams to ensure planogram compliance proper stock rotation (FIFO) and optimal merchandising of F&V.

Provide on-ground coaching and guidance to store staff on maintaining hygiene freshness and visual appeal of F&V displays.

Ensure product assortment aligns with the local customer profile and location preferences.

Coordinate with the central planning & category teams to address availability or quality concerns.

Prepare and present performance reports to management highlighting key insights and action plans.

Travel regularly to assigned locations; must hold a valid driving license.

Technical Competencies

Market analysis skills & Stock Management.

Strong knowledge of fresh produce handling merchandising and quality control.

Proven analytical skills in monitoring sales wastage and assortment effectiveness.

Ability to work independently manage multiple store visits and drive performance improvements.

Valid driving license and willingness to travel frequently to retail locations.

Strong communication problem-solving and team collaboration skills.