Section Leader

Asda Stores Ltd; Salford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Salford is seeking a Section Leader to oversee daily operations and a team of colleagues. Responsibilities include ensuring high service standards, managing stock and replenishment, and using data to drive performance. Ideal candidates will be confident leaders with a passion for customer service and a flexible approach to work. This role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits including discounts and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

15% off shopping

Discounted Asda services

Wellbeing support services

Qualifications

• Natural leadership qualities and a passion for retail.
• Confidence in coaching and motivating team members.
• Ability to adapt to various store formats and challenges.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations to ensure smooth running of the section.
• Support team to meet targets and uphold service standards.
• Utilize data to make informed decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Flexibility

Job description

Job Title

Section Leader

Location

EXP - 5650 Salford - Greengate

Employment Type

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent

Shift Pattern

Work Shift: Afternoons

Hours per Week

32

Pay Rate

£13.60

Category

Retail Hourly Colleagues, Store Management

Closing Date

12 January 2026 Our stores operate 24 / 7 across our Supermarkets, Superstores, and Asda Express locations, offering a dynamic and fast-paced environment. As a Section Leader, you’ll play a key role in driving the success of your area, leading a team of colleagues to deliver excellent service and ensure the smooth running of daily operations.

You’ll be responsible for managing your section efficiently—whether that’s replenishment, checkouts, grocery, or fresh food—making sure shelves are stocked, standards are high, and customers are happy. You’ll support your team to meet targets, solve problems, and create a welcoming store environment.

About You

You’re a natural leader who thrives in a busy retail setting. You’ll be confident in coaching and motivating others, with a hands‑on approach and a passion for delivering great customer service. You’ll be flexible, adaptable, and ready to take on new challenges across different store formats—including our growing Asda Express locations. You’ll also be comfortable using data and insight to make decisions, and you’ll take pride in helping your team grow and succeed.

Why Join Us?

At Asda, we’re all about working together to make a difference—for our customers, our communities, and each other. Whether you’re in a Superstore, Supermarket, or Asda Express, you’ll be part of a team that’s committed to delivering value and quality every day. Apply today by completing an online application…

Everything you’ll love

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll get lots of other great benefits too, including:

• 15% off your shopping at Asda from day 1 for you and a nominated user
• Discounted rates and special offers on Asda services such as Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, Personal Loan, Pet Insurance, Travel Insurance, Travel Money, Tyres, Breakdown Cover
• Access to flexible pay, income tracker, financial coaching, exclusive savings account and much more.

Company pension

Wellbeing: including 24 / 7 virtual GP, 24 / 7 EAP service, as well as access to free counselling, legal, mortgage, cancer and bereavement support

Asda Allies Inclusion Networks – helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated.

Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments.

Colleague recognition programme

Special offers and discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking to theme parks and cinemas.