Navjot kaur Mahla

Head of Produce

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

About

Experience

  • Les Fermes Lufa / Lufa Farms (3 yrs 1 mo)
    • Head of Produce
      Feb 2026 - Present · 6 mos

      Lead the produce category strategy, ensuring consistent availability of high-quality fruits and vegetables. Manage supplier relationships with farmers, growers, and distributors, negotiating pricing, supply agreements, and quality standards. Oversee purchasing, forecasting, and inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels and reduce waste. Ensure strict quality control and food safety standards for all incoming and outgoing produce. Analyze sales data, seasonal trends, and customer demand to optimize product assortment and pricing. Collaborate with operations, logistics, and marketing teams to ensure efficient distribution and strong product presentation. Lead and develop a team responsible for produce sourcing, receiving, and handling. Monitor department KPIs including sales performance, margins, shrink/waste, and supplier performance. Implement initiatives to improve freshness, sustainability, and local sourcing.

    • Category Manager
      Apr 2025 - Feb 2026 · 11 mos

      Lufa Farms is committed to transforming how food is grown and consumed by championing urban farming, supporting local growers, and delivering fresh, sustainable produce directly to consumers — fostering healthier communities and a greener planet.

    • Warehouse Supervisor
      Jul 2023 - Dec 2025 · 2 yrs 6 mos

  • Financial Security Advisor at World Financial Group (WFG)
    Jan 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 7 mos

  • Retail Store Manager at TOOLTOWN
    Nov 2020 - Jul 2023 · 2 yrs 9 mos

  • Harvest coordinator at Lufa Farms Inc.
    May 2019 - Oct 2020 · 1 yr 6 mos