Associate Store Team Leader

RHR UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer in Greater London is seeking an experienced Store Team Leader to oversee operations and support team building. You will ensure high levels of customer service, maintain compliance with company standards, and develop team members effectively. The ideal candidate has over 2 years of leadership experience with a strong focus on store operations and profitability. Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits is offered for this full-time role.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plan benefits

Store discount

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in a leadership role.
• Demonstrable customer service focus.
• Experience in team building and employee relations.
• Understanding of store operations and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Team Leader in store operations and profitability.
• Train and develop Team Members to sustain high-performance teams.
• Maintain customer service and retail execution standards.
• Ensure compliance with regional and store programs.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building and leadership skills

Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks effectively

Basic computer skills

High energy and enthusiasm

Job description

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means improving how people eat, funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food to people living within food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and so much more. Working with us means you are making a difference within your community and beyond. We aren't just a grocery store : we're world-changers. And with your help, we will continue to set the standards of excellence and revolutionize the grocery industry.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Team Leader in all aspects of store operations. Provide guidance to Team Leaders in team operations including profitability, expense control, inventory control, buying, merchandising, labor and regulatory compliance and special projects as assigned.
• Support the Store Team Leader in all areas of operations including inventory, safety, merchandising, financial and physical plant issues.
• Maintain outstanding retail execution and customer service in the store.
• Select, train, develop, mentor, motivate, and counsel Team Members in a manner that builds and sustains a high-performance team and minimizes turnover.
• Uphold and communicate regional and store programs and standards to Team Leaders and Team Members.
• Regularly inspect the store to ensure compliance with all programs, rules and standards.
• Review and monitor scheduling, purchases, and other expenses to ensure teams and the store are within budget.
• Address customer concerns when necessary.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks effectivelyAbility to multi-task, show excellent follow-through and see the big picture
• Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building and leadership skills
• Basic computer skills
• High energy, enthusiastic, and displays an affinity for our products, core values, and company philosophy
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Desired Work Experiences

• 2+ years of experience in a Leadership role
• Customer Service Focus
• Team Building
• Employee Relations
• Store Operations (Inventory, Labor Management, Cost Control)
• Marketing (Pricing, Merchandising)

Managing P&L

The wage range for this position is £41,.00-£71,.00 Annual, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits". Whole Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan benefits, eligibility for a store discount, paid time off and access to other benefit programs. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at a persons date of hire. For additional information, visit our Whole Foods Market Careers site :

Application Information

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