Team Manager

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means improving how people eat, funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food to people living within food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and so much more. Working with us means you are making a difference within your community and beyond. We aren't just a grocery store : we're world-changers. And with your help, we will continue to set the standards of excellence and revolutionize the grocery industry.

Whole Foods Market is seeking Assistant Store Managers (Associate Store Team Leaders) to join our team

! The Associate Store Manager supports the Store Team Leader in all aspects of store operations.

Provides

guidance to Team Leaders in team operations including profitability, expense control, inventory control, buying, merchandising, labor and regulatory compliance and special projects as assigned.

The position requires the willingness to take a position in different stores, within 35 miles or an hour commute from home. Flexibility to move beyond the current metro is highly desirable.

Whole Foods Market offers a comprehensive benefits program to Full Time Team Members including low premium health, dental and vision plans life insurance plans, paid time off plan, 401k plan, wellness programs, career learning & development, Team Member Assistance

Program

and a 20% Team Member discount. We offer competitive wages and

a great work

/ life balance!

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.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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

Desired Work Experiences

2+ years of experience in a Leadership role in Retail / Culinary / Hospitality or related industries

Customer Service Focus

Team Building

Employee Relations

Store Operations (Inventory, Labor Management, Cost Control)

Marketing (Pricing, Merchandising)

Managing P&L

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the performance of this job.

It is not a complete statement of duties,

responsibilities

or requirements.

Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the team.

The wage range for this position is $86,320.00-$118,622.40 Annual, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits". Whole Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan benefits, eligibility for a store discount, paid time off and access to other benefit programs. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at a person's date of hire. For additional information, visit our Whole Foods Market Careers site : https : / / careers.wholefoodsmarket.com / benefits.

At Whole Foods Market, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.

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