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Grocery Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $20.05 - $35.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
Employee development opportunities
Retirement Plan

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic foods supermarket, committed to nourishing people and the planet. Founded on the principles of promoting healthier lifestyles and sustainable agriculture, Whole Foods Market has consistently set the standards for excellence in the grocery industry. The company’s mission goes beyond simply providing fresh and healthy food; it actively engages in initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, expanding access to nutritious foods in underserved areas, and working to alleviate poverty in developing countries. With a focus on community impact and environmental stewardship, Whole Foods Market not only aims to meet the... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • standing/walking 6 to 8 hours daily
  • hand use involving single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • ability to bend, twist, squat and reach
  • exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • exposure to temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), and above 90 degrees Fahrenheit
  • ability to work in wet and cold environments
  • ability to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • ability to use tools and equipment including box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery

Job Qualifications

  • 18 plus months retail Team Member experience
  • 6 plus months of supervisory experience
  • advanced product knowledge
  • proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications
  • excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills
  • demonstrated decision-making and leadership skills
  • proficiency in mathematical skills for financial assessment
  • advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies and procedures
  • capability of teaching and mentoring others
  • growth mindset towards greater responsibility and ownership

Job Duties

  • Develops and maintains creative store layout and product merchandising
  • works with Team Leader to achieve sales, purchasing, and labor targets
  • assists Team Leader in analysis of sales, reports and labor
  • demonstrates advanced product knowledge and develops / maintains awareness of new products
  • maintains good vendor relationships, develops new vendor relations, and ensures all paperwork is properly submitted for vendor processing
  • works with Team Leader to resolve team concerns or issues
  • functions as point person and departmental person in charge in absence of Team Leader
  • sets and achieves the highest standards of retail execution
  • fosters and encourages a positive environment of outstanding teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional morale
  • maintains awareness of customer flows and needs and directs Team Members as necessary to satisfy and delight customers
  • responds promptly to customer needs and questions
  • selects, trains, develops, mentors, motivates, and counsels Team Members in a manner that sustains a high-performance team and minimizes turnover
  • provides timely, thorough, and thoughtful performance evaluations
  • consistently communicates and models WFM vision and goals

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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