Department Manager - Fresh Food at Sundry Markets Limited - 10 Openings

Sundry Markets (Owners of Market Square) is Nigeria’s leadinggrocery retail chain - a place where Nigerians can go to find their trusted brands of groceries at the best prices. Market Square was conceived from a burning sensation to create a modern and relevant retail shopping experience for Nigerians and a more convenient way for people to get their everyday needs.

Our core team consists of young and experienced retail professionals with substantial knowledge in the modern retail environment. We recruit and continuously train our people to ensure they are equipped to provide customerswith the best products range and services at every location in which we trade.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Department Manager - Fresh Food

Locations: Abuja, Lagos, Owerri - Imo, Onitsha, and Awka - Anambra, Benin - Edo, Asaba and Warri - Delta, Akure - Ondo, & Mowe - Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

• We are currently recruiting a Fresh Food Department Manager to oversee all fresh food operations at our branch store.
• The Fresh Food Manager will assist the Branch Manager in coordinating daily activities to ensure the highest standards of quality, freshness, and presentation.
• He/She will be responsible for revenue and profit optimization, product development, food safety compliance, and team development while delivering exceptional experience to our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the effective running of all fresh food operations, including butchery, bakery, deli, and produce sections.
• Take ownership of revenue and profit optimizations for all fresh food departments, including food costing and pricing strategies as approved by the Operations Manager.
• Ensure the availability of quality products on display and maintain the highest standards of freshness, presentation, and taste.
• Oversee product range selection and rotation.
• Contribute to new product development, recipe review, and improvement initiatives in collaboration with the Operations Manager – Fresh Food.
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP standards and all relevant public health and food service regulations. Monitor the cold chain and ensure optimal functionality of refrigeration, cold rooms, and fresh food equipment.
• Conduct regular market surveys to identify products the Buyer should source and provide pricing insights to drive sales and meet corporate objectives.
• Supervise and mentor Fresh Food Trainee Managers and team members in line with training and development plans.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and excellence.
• Responsible for standards setting, compliance management, and ensuring all processes align with company policies.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of B.Sc. / HND in Food Science or related
• Minimum of 4 years experience in similar role
• Must have NYSC Discharged/Exemption or Exclusion letter
• Proven experience in fresh food management (e.g., butchery, bakery, deli, or produce) within a retail or hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety regulations, and cold chain management.
• Experience in food costing, pricing, and profit optimization.
• Creative mindset with experience in recipe development and product innovation.
• Excellent leadership and people development skills.
• Strong analytical skills for market surveys and pricing analysis.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.

We offer

• A competitive compensation and benefits package
• A collaborative environment where we support each other to succeed as a team
• A value-based culture
• A diverse and inclusive environment
• Great learning and growth opportunities.

Application Closing Date
31st May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• We thank all applicants for their interest.
• We may not be able to respond to all applications, only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.