Team Leader

TN United Kingdom; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a passionate Team Leader to enhance their retail operations. In this dynamic role, you will lead a team, ensuring exceptional customer service while managing shifts effectively. With a focus on creating an inclusive culture, you will play a pivotal role in driving sales and supporting your colleagues' development. This opportunity offers a supportive environment with clear pathways for career progression, making it an exciting chance to grow your career in retail. Join this forward-thinking company and become part of a team dedicated to excellence.

Benefits

15% discount in all stores

28 days holiday

Christmas vouchers

Refer a Friend scheme

Long service awards

Option to join a healthcare plan

Grocery Aid support

Clear career pathways

Qualifications

• Experience in a retail management or supervisory role ideal but not essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver great availability for customers and drive sales.
• Support the team and ensure a positive shopping experience.

Skills

Retail management experience

Effective communication

Planning and organization

Team leadership

Customer service orientation

Job description

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As one of the Best Big Companies to Work For, we have a rich history of loving our customers and looking after our teams.

We understand that success is achieved through our people, and we are searching for a committed and passionate Team Leader to join our growing business.

As Team Leader you will work as a Retail Assistant and receive a £2 per hour supplement for the time that you manage shifts.

Key responsibilities include:

• Have a clear focus on delivering great availability for your customers.
• Play an active role in your store to “sell a £1 & save a £1” to help drive sales.
• Deliver on all agreed actions set for you by your line manager.
• Proactively support and work with the Talking Shop Rep in your store.
• Play a part in creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be their best.
• Take a proactive approach to personal development and share your own knowledge to support up-skilling the team.

Doing the right processes and doing them right:

• Complete any actions set for you by your line manager on the back of the daily floor walk focusing on what the customer sees.
• A positive approach to service, both in store and at the doorstep always aiming to be the best place to shop.
• Follow and implement all cash handling and security policies & processes.
• Play your part in providing the best digital service through implementing all “One Best Way” processes.

Leadership:

Your leadership approach should be at the heart of everything you do, to get the best from your team to give the best to our customers:

• Love your customers by being approachable.
• Look after our own by being respectful.
• Work together by being enthusiastic.
• Hate waste by taking action.
• Care about the business and our people by being considerate.

Required skills & experience:

• Experience in a retail management or supervisory role ideal but not essential.
• Communicates effectively with every colleague to deliver store tasks first time, every time.
• Plans and organises the shift, using every member of the team.
• Provides balanced feedback when needed to improve the performance of every colleague.
• Sets the pace of the team, when on shift, by being hands on to deliver a great store.

What We Offer:

• 15% discount in all Iceland and The Food Warehouse stores.
• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays).
• Christmas vouchers – increasing with length of service.
• Refer a Friend scheme.
• Christmas saving schemes.
• Long service awards.
• Option to join a healthcare plan.
• Grocery Aid for free and confidential financial, emotional and practical support.
• Clear career pathways with opportunities for development and progression.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.

Apply now to join the team and start your Iceland story!