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Grocery Stocking Supervisor - Full Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.50 - $30.20
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Wellness support programs
Team member perks

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading American supermarket chain renowned for its commitment to natural and organic products. Founded with the mission to nourish people and the planet, Whole Foods Market has grown into a trusted brand that emphasizes sustainable agriculture, responsible sourcing, and community well-being. Underpinning its business model is a dedication to not just selling groceries but making a positive difference in the world—supporting initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food in underserved food deserts, and addressing global poverty issues in developing countries. This dedication has created a workplace culture where every team member is empowered to contribute meaningfully, driving both personal and professional growth.

This particular position focuses on supervising the Stock Crew within Whole Foods Market’s retail environment. The role is critical for maintaining operational excellence in the department, ensuring that shelf displays are compelling, stock levels are adequately managed, and inventory processes are accurately completed. The individual in this role acts as a linchpin between leadership and team members, supporting team leaders and order writers in fostering smooth operations and a highly functional team environment. Employment in this role is hourly, with a wage range between $17.50 and $30.20 depending on experience.

As a Stock Crew Supervisor, the candidate will not only oversee daily operational tasks but also take responsibility for mentoring and training team members, providing valuable performance feedback, and addressing employee concerns with leadership input. The role requires a balance of hands-on work—such as assisting in stocking for most of the shift—and high-level oversight, including scheduling, inventory management, and executing store opening and closing procedures. This supervisor ensures customer satisfaction by maintaining an attentive presence, anticipating customer needs, and improving team responsiveness.

In addition to technical skills in merchandising, inventory control, and regulatory compliance, the position demands strong interpersonal skills. It requires cultivating a positive work environment, driving team morale, and modeling the Whole Foods Market mission and core values consistently. The job also involves responsibility for health and safety adherence, including food safety standards and regulatory mandates pertinent to the department.

Overall, this role is suited for individuals eager to take on leadership within a dynamic retail environment that values sustainability and community impact. It offers the opportunity to develop supervisory and organizational skills while contributing to a company with a widely recognized commitment to social responsibility and employee well-being. Benefits include a comprehensive Whole Benefits package for full and part-time team members, featuring paid time off, health and wellness programs, financial wellness support, store discounts, and more, fostering a supportive and rewarding employment experience at Whole Foods Market.

Job Requirements

  • must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • standing or walking 6 to 8 hours in an 8-hour workday
  • hand use includes single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • work requires motions such as bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
  • exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • exposure to temperatures less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), and greater than 90 degrees Fahrenheit
  • ability to work in wet and dry conditions
  • ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • ability to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
  • may require use of ladders

Job Qualifications

  • 12 plus months retail experience
  • proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications
  • strong organizational and time management skills
  • excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills
  • thorough product and process knowledge
  • advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies and procedures
  • demonstrated decision-making ability, leadership skills, and ability to prioritize and delegate
  • capable of teaching others in a constructive and positive manner
  • demonstrates responsibility and accountability in recognizing and accomplishing all tasks where there is a direct job responsibility

Job Duties

  • Effectively supervises and delegates tasks based on the needs of the department
  • works with leadership to resolve team concerns or issues
  • responds to customer and team member needs and concerns
  • assists in sorting and stocking processes for at least 75 percent of the scheduled shift
  • assists in training as delegated by team leader and associate team leader utilizing learning checklists and training materials
  • establishes and maintains a positive work environment that supports high team member morale
  • completes inventory management processes, spoilage, sampling, temperature, and sweep worksheets as required
  • assists in tracking the productivity of the stocking crew utilizing the case count tracker
  • opens and closes department according to established procedures
  • 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
  • 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

No experience required


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