Customer Team Leader

CO-OP; Benson; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

30% colleague discount in store

Full training and career development

Pension contributions up to 10%

36 days of holiday (pro‑rata)

GP appointments 24/7 support

Job summary

CO-OP in Benson is seeking a Customer Team Leader to head a small store team and help deliver essential services to the community. You may work in our post office, bakery, or supporting online services and deliveries, playing a key role in making life easier for customers.

You will lead the day-to-day operations, coach your team, and ensure great customer service while supporting merchandising, stock accuracy, and community outreach.

Qualifications

• Passion for people and leadership.
• Ability to work flexibly and lead by example.
• Skills in retail, merchandising, or team management (experience not essential).

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day store operations by leading the team on shift.
• Motivate, coach, and support the team to deliver great service and efficient operations.
• Work hands-on on shop floor and tills, supporting daily operations and setting the pace for a team of Customer Team Members.
• Support store performance through merchandising, stock accuracy, and HR processes.
• Champion Co-op through community engagement and membership growth.

Skills

People leadership

Flexible working

Retail management

Job description

As a Customer Team Leader, you'll lead a small team in a fast-paced Co‑op store, helping to deliver essential services to your community. Depending on your store this could involve you working in our post office or bakery or supporting online services and our home delivery drivers. Whatever the day brings, you'll play a key role in making life easier for our customers.

Why this job matters

You’ll keep our shelves stocked and support sales, helping us offer even more choice and exciting new services to our customers. You’ll be a familiar face in the community, getting to know your customers and helping us stay connected with local and national charities. Plus, you’ll be a champion for Co‑op membership, helping to drive the growth of our unique business.

What you’ll do

• Own the day‑to‑day running of the store by leading the team on your shift
• Motivate, coach, and support your team to deliver great service and efficient operations
• Work hands‑on on the shop floor and tills, supporting daily operations and setting the pace for a team of Customer Team Members
• Support store performance through merchandising, stock accuracy, and HR processes
• Champion Co‑op through community engagement and membership growth

What you’ll bring

We’re committed to making our roles as accessible as possible, so we only ask for the minimum criteria. To thrive here, you need to bring

• Passion for people and leadership
• The ability to work flexibly and lead by example
• Skills in retail, merchandising, or team management (experience not essential)

Pay: £14.48 per hour

Contract: 24 hours per week + regular overtime, permanent contract, part time

Working pattern: A mix of opening, closing, and mid‑day shifts, with flexibility across the week including at least 2 evening shifts and 1 weekend shift. Either, Friday after 6pm, any shift on Saturday, or Sunday. We’re happy to discuss your availability further at interview.

30% colleague member discount in store - see below for more benefits

You must be aged 18+ to authorise age‑related sales, At Co‑op, we’re owned by our members. And because we’re owned by you, we can do right by you. So, when you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a movement. We’re an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we’re powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so you’ll also receive:

• Full training and career development resources
• 30% discount on Co‑op products in store
• Flexible access to your pay as you earn it
• Up to 10% pension contributions
• 36 days of holiday (pro‑rata, including bank holidays)
• 24/7 access to GP appointments, and colleague support programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Market‑leading policies to help you though life's big moments

A place you’ll belong

We’re building diverse and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work.