Whole Body Associate Team Leader (Body Care, Makeup, Vitamins, Nutrition Assistant Department M[...]

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Team Leader to assist in daily operations and lead a dynamic team. This role involves developing store layouts, achieving sales targets, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills, a growth mindset, and a passion for customer service. Join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork and offers opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you are ready to make a difference and thrive in a vibrant retail environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• At least 18 months retail Team Member experience and 6 months supervisory experience.
• Ability to provide performance evaluations and foster teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains creative store layout and product merchandising.
• Trains, mentors, and motivates Team Members to maintain high performance.
• Assists in sales, reports, and labor analysis.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Leadership Skills

Mathematics for Financial Assessments

Coaching and Mentoring Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Product Knowledge

Education

Retail Experience

Supervisory Experience

Tools

MS Office

Operational Applications

Job description

Job Description

Assists the Team Leader in all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance, and special projects as assigned. Leads and develops Team Members. Ensures a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and Team Members at all times. Performs duties in accordance with store SOPs and supports WFM core values, goals, and compliance with health and safety regulations, including Food Safety.

Job Responsibilities

1. Develops and maintains creative store layout and product merchandising.
2. Works with Team Leader to achieve sales, purchasing, and labor targets.
3. Assists in sales, reports, and labor analysis.
4. Supports annual sales, expense projections, and budget prep.
5. Assists with ordering and inventory management.
6. Resolves team concerns or issues with the Team Leader.
7. Acts as point person in absence of Team Leader.
8. Ensures high standards of retail execution.
9. Fosters a positive environment promoting teamwork and morale.
10. Monitors customer flows and needs, directing Team Members accordingly.
11. Trains, mentors, motivates, and counsels Team Members to maintain high performance and low turnover.
12. Maintains safety and security standards.
13. Provides performance evaluations.
14. Models WFM vision and goals.

Job Skills

• High energy, enthusiasm, and alignment with company values.
• Proficient in mathematics for financial and inventory assessments.
• Growth mindset and desire for responsibility.
• Coaching and mentoring skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Product knowledge and understanding of safety policies.
• Decision-making, leadership, and delegation skills.
• Proficiency in email, MS Office, and operational applications.

Experience

• At least 18 months retail Team Member experience and 6 months supervisory experience.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Stand/walk 6-8 hours, sit 1-4 hours during an 8-hour shift.
• Use of hands for grasping, manipulation, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to perform bending, twisting, squatting, reaching.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and temperature variations.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Use of tools and heavy machinery; may require ladder use.

Note: This document summarizes essential responsibilities and is not exhaustive. Duties may vary based on conditions and promotion requirements.

Whole Foods Market promotes equal employment opportunity and encourages candidates to apply via our official site.