Store Operations Lead & Team Development Coach

Whole Foods Market; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 86,320 - 118,622; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits program

Store discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in Oakland is seeking a Store Team Leader to guide store operations, drive profitability, and mentor Team Members. You will oversee inventory, merchandising, scheduling, budgeting, and regulatory compliance while maintaining exceptional service.

The role emphasizes people development, operational excellence, and adherence to company programs. Candidates should have leadership experience and a customer-focused mindset to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks effectively
• Ability 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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Prioritize & delegate

Multi-tasking & follow-through

Leadership & team building

Basic computer skills

Energy & enthusiasm for products

Flexible scheduling (nights/weekends/H

Job description

Whole Foods Market in Oakland is seeking a Store Team Leader to guide store operations, drive profitability, and mentor Team Members. You will oversee inventory, merchandising, scheduling, budgeting, and regulatory compliance while maintaining exceptional service.

The role emphasizes people development, operational excellence, and adherence to company programs. Candidates should have leadership experience and a customer-focused mindset to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment.